A standardized assessment used to measure a person's intelligence quotient (IQ) by evaluating their cognitive abilities, such as reasoning, problem-solving, and verbal comprehension. This test provides a numerical score that compares an individual's performance with others in the same age group.
Related terms
Intelligence Quotient (IQ): A numerical representation of an individual's intelligence level derived from their performance on an IQ test.
Cognitive Abilities: Mental processes such as thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, memory, and attention that are assessed in an IQ test.
Verbal Comprehension: The ability to understand and use words effectively in communication; one component measured in an IQ test.