Terman showed that mentally gifted children.

Correct answer: D. are generally successful in their chosen occupations as adults.

  • A. have a greater susceptibility to mental illness in adulthood.
  • B. score in the average IQ range as adults.
  • C. are successful during their youth but fail to reach their potential in adulthood.
  • D. are generally successful in their chosen occupations as adults.

Explanation

Terman’s longitudinal research found that gifted children generally adjusted well and achieved success in their adult careers. His findings challenged the belief that exceptional intelligence commonly leads to adult mental illness.

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