The Inheritance of Ability: Being a Statistical Study of the Oxford

Lingua: inglese

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2019

1332265758 / 9781332265756

Immagine dell’articolo 1 di 2

Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno UnitoForgotten Books

Venditore con 5 stelle

Venditore AbeBooks dal 2 giugno 2021

Brossura

Condizione: Nuovo

EUR 16,09

 Spedizione gratuita 
Spedito da Regno Unito a U.S.A.

Quantità: Più di 20 disponibili

Aggiungi al carrello
Resi gratuiti per 30 giorni

Descrizione dell’articolo da parte del venditore

Print on Demand. This book delves into the inheritance of natural ability through intelligence tests, school grades, and family lineage. By studying data from British university students and schoolboys between 1800 and 1892, the author investigates the influence of genetics on intellectual achievement. The author employs statistical techniques to quantify the correlation between intelligence levels of fathers and sons, as well as brothers, concluding that there is indeed a significant hereditary component to intelligence. The extent of this influence is presented as a fraction, enabling readers to grasp the strength of the correlation. The book explores the complex interplay between genetics and environment, demonstrating that while heredity plays a role, it is not the sole determinant of intelligence. The author also examines the impact of family background and educational opportunities, highlighting the importance of nurturing environments for intellectual growth. This fascinating study contributes to our understanding of the origins of intelligence, providing valuable insights for educators, psychologists, and parents alike. The author's analysis illuminates the multifaceted nature of intelligence, underscoring the intricate interplay between inherited traits and environmental factors in shaping cognitive abilities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…

Codice articolo 9781332265756_0

Titolo
The Inheritance of Ability: Being a Statistical Study of the Oxford
Autore
Edgar Schuster, Ethel M. Elderton
Editore
Forgotten Books
Anno di pubblicazione
2019
Condizione
New
Tipo di libro
print-on-demand item
Rilegatura
Paperback
Lingua
inglese
ISBN 10
1332265758
ISBN 13
9781332265756
Cataloghi dei venditori
Statistics

Forgotten Books

London, Regno Unito

Venditore con 5 stelle

Venditore AbeBooks dal 2 giugno 2021

Tariffe di spedizione da Regno Unito a U.S.A.

ArticoloDa 5 a 10 giorni lavorativiDa 5 a 10 giorni lavorativi
Primo articoloEUR 0,00EUR 0,00
I tempi di consegna sono stabiliti dai venditori e variano in base al corriere e al paese. Gli ordini che devono attraversare una dogana possono subire ritardi e spetta agli acquirenti pagare eventuali tariffe o dazi associati. I venditori possono contattarti in merito ad addebiti aggiuntivi dovuti a eventuali maggiorazioni dei costi di spedizione dei tuoi articoli.

Metodi di pagamento

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Carte Bleue
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay

Descrizione dello Store

Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

Specializzazione

Trade

Informazioni sull’azienda del venditore

FB &c Ltd

Dalton House, 60 Windsor Avenue
London, Regno Unito SW19 2RR