On the most modern IQ tests, a score of 115 would be:

Correct answer: D. one standard deviation above the mean.

  • A. about normal.
  • B. about 15% higher than the averege of one's age-mates.
  • C. an indication of genius.
  • D. one standard deviation above the mean.

Explanation

Modern IQ tests usually have a mean of 100 and a standard deviation of 15, so a score of 115 is exactly one standard deviation above the mean. It is above average but not an indication of genius.

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