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Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
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Unpacking IQ: Merit, Misconceptions, and Moral Obligations
This chapter explores the multifaceted nature of IQ as a measurement of cognitive aptitude and its societal implications, discussing its relationship with success and educational attainment. It highlights the limitations of IQ scores while emphasizing the importance of traits like conscientiousness and personal ambition in achieving success. Additionally, the chapter touches on the dangers of obsessing over IQ and the necessity of understanding individual capabilities beyond mere numbers.
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