Measuring intelligence | Horizon

What is intelligence and how can we measure it?

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 5'24''
  • Broadcast year: 2011
Curriculum Connection
  • Psychology | Individual Differences Psychology | Twin study of intelligence
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Programme: Horizon
  • Episode: What Makes Us Clever? A Horizon Guide to Intelligence

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