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Drop in: 1. logic and vocabulary. 2. visual problem solving and analogies 3. computational and mathematical abilities Increase in: 1. scores in spatial reaso
by pcurve 4y ago
Drop in: 1. logic and vocabulary. 2. visual problem solving and analogies 3. computational and mathematical abilities
Increase in: 1. scores in spatial reasoning (known as 3D rotation)
"And, it should be said, there has long been debate over how accurately IQ tests are able to gauge overall intelligence and potential for success in society in the first place."
That's not what this psychologist concluded:
"Top psychologist: IQ is the No. 1 predictor of work success"
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/07/11/does-iq-determine-success-a-psychologist-weighs-in.html https://www.cnbc.com/2022/07/11/does-iq-determine-success-a-...
Anyway, I don't think it's bad to just admit that people intelligence is declining. The world has evolved such that you need less of it to get by.
- staunton 4y ago> The world has evolved such that you need less of it to get by. Not so sure about that. Do you need more intelligence for "working the fields with basic tools" or for an average job in your country? This might change when AI becomes economically relevant and the "value of intelligence" plummets.
- slashdev 4y ago> Anyway, I don't think it's bad to just admit that people intelligence is declining. I think that couldn’t be more serious or important. I can’t tell if you’re being sarcastic or not.