A CROSS-SECTIONAL ANALYSIS OF GLOBALIZATION, EDUCATION, AND TECHNOLOGY’S IMPACT ON IQ LEVELS ACROSS 63 COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19633894Keywords:
globalization, IQ, human capital, education, economic development, technologyAbstract
This study examines the impact of globalization, education, and technological development on IQ levels across
63 countries using cross-sectional data. The analysis includes key indicators such as GDP per capita, foreign direct
investment, trade openness, PISA scores, Human Capital Index, research and development expenditure, internet speed,
and the Global AI Index. A robust regression model is applied to estimate the relationships. The results reveal that GDP
per capita and PISA scores are the most significant determinants of cognitive performance at the 1% level. FDI and HCI
show significant but negative effects, while R&D has a weak positive impact. Technological variables are not statistically
significant. The findings suggest that cognitive development is mainly driven by economic and educational factors rather
than technological advancement alone.
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