How is IQ measured?
Generally, IQ is measured by a test so called IQ test. IQ tests, or intelligence quotient tests, are specifically crafted assessment tools that aim to evaluate a comprehensive array of intellectual capabilities in individuals. These tests encompass a variety of skills, such as analytical reasoning, which involves the systematic breakdown and examination of complex ideas or problems; problem-solving, the ability to identify solutions for a given issue or challenge; and critical thinking, which involves the objective evaluation and analysis of information to form well-reasoned judgments.
IQ tests serve as versatile instruments for evaluating a wide range of intellectual abilities, encompassing analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. These tests can focus on specific areas such as verbal, mathematical, or spatial reasoning, and may also include nonverbal components, allowing for a more inclusive assessment of cognitive abilities in individuals with varying language skills.
The test-taker would be given a score at the end, which is a numerical representation of the test-taker's cognitive abilities relative to others who have taken the same test, with a higher score indicating greater intellectual potential. The score is so called IQ scores.