IQ Correlation
Definition
IQ correlation refers to statistical relationships between two sets of IQ scores. It can be used to compare similarities in intelligence among related individuals such as siblings or parents and children.
Analogy
Imagine you're comparing two playlists with similar music genres. The more songs they share in common, the higher their "correlation". Similarly, if two people have very similar IQ scores, their IQ correlation would be high.
Related terms
Correlation Coefficient: A numerical measure that describes the strength and direction of a relationship between two variables.
Standardized Tests: These are tests designed in such a way that questions, conditions for administering, scoring procedures, and interpretations are consistent across all test takers.
Genetic Influence on Intelligence: This refers to how much an individual's intelligence is determined by their genetic makeup.
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