Question

over the past 60 years, intelligence scores have increased by about 9 points for measures of general knowledge and 15 points for nonverbal measures of fluid reasoning. this is known as the

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This phenomenon is known as the "Flynn effect." It refers to the observed increase in average intelligence test scores over generations, particularly in measures of general knowledge and nonverbal fluid reasoning. Named after psychologist James Flynn, this trend suggests a rise in cognitive abilities over time, possibly influenced by factors such as improved nutrition, education, and environmental changes.