How To Stop Worrying And Learn To Love Lynn's National IQ Estimates

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How To Stop Worrying And Learn To Love Lynn's National IQ Estimates ... Scott Alexander Jan 15, 2025 526 812 53 Share Richard Lynn was a scientist who infamously tried to estimate the average IQ of every country. Typical of his results is this paper , which ranged from 60 (Malawi) to 108 (Singapore). Lynn’s national IQ estimates ( source ) People obviously objected to this, and Lynn spent his life embroiled in controversy, with activists constantly trying to get him canceled/fired and his papers retracted/condemned. His opponents pointed out both his personal racist opinions/activities and his

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