Sex Differences in Intelligence Quotient (IQ)of Selected Grade 12 Students of Dimasalang National High School

Authors

  • Lemuel Abu A. Cleofe
  • Marianne Louise M. Sambere
  • Marian R. Badillos

Keywords:

Sex Differences, Intelligence Quotient, Grade 12 Students

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

There has been increasing social debate in recent times about men's and women's general intelligence. The previous researchers assume that it is the female sample which shows a tendency to underestimate however, the possibility also exists that males may be overestimating their scores. It is anticipated that the current study will go a little way towards resolving this issue. Research in this area is important because it demonstrates that despite an academic understanding that there are no sex differences in intelligence, sex differences in predictions of IQ scores suggest the message is not getting through.

 

METHODS

This study provided new knowledge through an ethnographic exploration. An ethnographic approach and purposeful sampling were used to build in-depth knowledge from the selected participants who had potential in giving answers to the general problem. The triangulation method involved an interview, observation, and analysis was the primary tool in the study. Survey questionnaires were also used as one of the data gathering methods to have a dry run to measure the baseline data knowledge of the respondents that will be included in the study. IQ test composed of tricky and logical questions were also used as an instrument to know the performance level of the participants in a certain subject.

 

RESULTS

In this study, the g-factor (general factor) represents a basis taken from the results of the study. This analysis used to examine some mental and verbal aptitude tests concluded that scores on these test (IQ test) from both sexes were similar. It is the primary contention of this research that current approaches to research in this area have severely limited our ability to gain an informed understanding among men and women identity. The major findings revolved around the complexity within the differences of both sexes include the higher advantage on males in terms of logical and numerical aspects wherein there are contradictions with the results of the IQ test conducted by the researchers.

 

DISCUSSIONS

Of all these incongruities, this research exhibits the ethnographical study of "too hot to handle" arguments of sex differences in intelligence quotient that shows general intelligence cannot be measured and varies situationally. Rate of comparison among males' and females' IQ distribution varies momentarily depending on the capacity, ability, and interest of an individual on a certain field.

Published

2019-01-18