Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Variations in Psychological Attributes

Question:

The frequency distribution for the IQ scores tends to approximate a _____.

Options:

bell shaped curve

U shaped curve

flat curve

straight line

Correct Answer:

bell shaped curve

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → bell shaped curve

The frequency distribution for the IQ scores tends to approximate a bell shaped curve, called the normal curve. This type of distribution is symmetrical around the central value, called the mean.This means most individuals have IQ scores around the average (set at 100), with fewer individuals scoring very low or very high.