alleryGould attacked which two ways of measuring intelligence?
ATwin and adoption studies
BInterviews and case files
CSkull and mental tests
DDream and inkblot reading
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Skull and mental tests
1. Recall the fact: Craniometry (skull measuring) and psychological testing were his targets.
2. The option "Skull and mental tests" matches it.
3. Why the others fail: The other pairs are not the methods he analysed.
4. Check the stem wording against the fact: only one option satisfies both.
_Source: Wikipedia, "The Mismeasure of Man" (CC BY-SA, rev 1375737039), section "Lead section"_
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