IQ test scores are standardized to produce a normal distribution with a mean of μ = 100 and a standard deviation of σ =15. Find the proportion of the population in each of the following IQ categories.  Genius or near genius: IQ over 140  Very superior intelligence: IQ from 120–140  Average or normal intelligence: IQ from 90–109

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  1. IQ test scores are standardized to produce a normal distribution with a mean of μ = 100 and a standard deviation of σ =15. Find the proportion of the population in each of the following IQ categories.

 Genius or near genius: IQ over 140 

Very superior intelligence: IQ from 120–140 

Average or normal intelligence: IQ from 90–109 

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