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Peterson identifies that IQ serves as a strong predictor for a range of life attributes, including health and personal resilience. For instance, he notes that individuals with a higher IQ tend to demonstrate more significant resistance to post-traumatic stress disorder, indicating the protective effects that cognitive ability can have on mental health. Furthermore, he posits that when evaluating long-term life outcomes, a high IQ often trumps familial wealth. In a thought experiment, he challenges the audience to choose between being born into a wealthy family or having a high IQ. The conclusion? The individual with a high IQ has the potential for a more advantageous life trajectory by the age of 40.