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Since the 1920's soc sci opinion in the US has undergone a complete reversal from general acceptance to an almost unanimous rejection of the theory of racial inferiority of Negroes. IQ tests focused measurement of inferiority on intelligence which at first seemed to support 'what everyone already knew.' Historical background of the question & reasons for the changes are noted. Although diff's of opinion persist, soc sci'ts generally assume soc rather than genetic causes for soc & cultural diff's. A signif cohort of synthesizers, while rejecting the false antithesis of heredity vs environment, propose res in test situations which raise (or lower) 'intelligence as measured. ' This marks the close of the past controversy & indicates a shift to a new area of inquiry. AA.