Asked by Alexia Zoump on Apr 27, 2024

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According to cross-cultural psychologist John Berry,why are IQ tests less popular in non-Western countries

A)  Existing IQ tests do not translate well into the language and cognitive frameworks of other cultures. 
B)  Although many Western corporations use IQ tests for personnel screening, this practice has not caught on in other countries. 
C)  The tests have not been extensively marketed outside North America and Britain. 
D)  The tests are not available in other languages.

Cross-Cultural Psychologist

A psychologist who studies the ways in which culture influences mental processes and behavior.

John Berry

A psychologist known for his work in the fields of cross-cultural psychology and acculturation psychology, exploring how individuals adapt to changes in cultural environments.

Non-Western Countries

Nations or regions outside the cultural sphere of the Western world, often emphasizing differing social, economic, and cultural practices.

  • Discern among diverse intelligence theories and categories, emphasizing Sternberg's triarchic theory.
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Jermaine GardnerMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
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Explanation :
According to cross-cultural psychologist John Berry, one reason IQ tests are less popular in non-Western countries is that existing IQ tests do not translate well into the language and cognitive frameworks of other cultures.