Assessment Tests

Question 1

List the 3 Intelligence Tests

Answer 1

1. Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale, Fifth Edition (SB5)
2. Test of Nonverbal Intelligence, Fourth Edition (Toni-4)
3. Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition (WAIS-IV)

Question 2

What population for Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale (SB5)

Answer 2

Children and adults

Question 3

What does the Stanford–Binet Intelligence Scale (SB5) measure?

Answer 3

Intelligence and cognitive abilities

Question 4

What are the five cognitive factors measured by the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale (SB5)

Answer 4

1. Fluid reasoning
2. Knowledge
3. Quantitative Reasoning
4. Visual-Spatial Processing
5. Working Memory

Question 5

Fluid Reasoning

Answer 5

A person’s ability to solve problems that do not
rely on learned knowledge.

Question 6

What does the Knowledge factor measure in the SB5?

Answer 6

Ability to apply accumulated knowledge stored in long-term memory.

Question 7

Quantitative Reasoning

Answer 7

Mathematical abilities, including understanding and working with numbers.

Question 8

Visual-Spatial Processing

Answer 8

Ability to recognize patterns, spatial relationships, and parts of a whole.
- A person’s ability to recognize
various patterns and spatial relationships, as well as separate out parts from the
whole object.

Question 9

Working Memory

Answer 9

The functioning of a person’s short-term
memory.

Question 10

What is the population of the Test of Nonverbal Intelligence, Fourth Edition (Toni-4)

Answer 10

Children and adults

Question 11

Who is the Test of Nonverbal Intelligence, Fourth Edition (Toni-4) useful for?

Answer 11

Because all responses are nonverbal, making it useful for individuals who are:
- Aphasic
- Non-English speakers
- Learning disabled
- Deaf
- Individuals with head injury, stroke, or cerebral palsy.

Question 12

What does the TONI-4 measure?

Answer 12

Abstract problem-solving ability using nonverbal tasks.

Question 13

What is the population for Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition (WAIS-IV)?

Answer 13

Adults (ages 16+)

Question 14

What does the WAIS-IV measure?

Answer 14

Cognitive ability/intelligence through verbal and performance abilities.

Question 15

What are the four major components measured by the WAIS-IV?

Answer 15

1. Verbal Comprehension
2. Perceptual Reasoning
3. Working Memory
4. Processing Speed

Question 16

What is Verbal Comprehension in the WAIS-IV?

Answer 16

Ability to understand, use, and think with language-based information.

Question 17

What is Perceptual Reasoning in the WAIS-IV?

Answer 17

Ability to interpret and organize visual information and solve nonverbal problems.

Question 18

What does Working Memory measure in the WAIS-IV?

Answer 18

Ability to temporarily hold and manipulate information.

Question 19

What does Processing Speed measure in the WAIS-IV?

Answer 19

The speed at which a person can process simple or routine information.

Question 20

What IQ score range is considered Very Superior?

Answer 20

130 and above

Question 21

What IQ score range is considered Superior?

Answer 21

120 -129

Question 22

What IQ score range is considered Average?

Answer 22

80 - 119

Question 23

What IQ score range is considered Borderline?

Answer 23

70 -79

Question 24

What IQ score range is considered Below Average?

Answer 24

69 and below

Question 25

What do aptitude tests measure?

Answer 25

Innate potential or inborn abilities, rather than learned skills.

Question 26

What are aptitude tests commonly used for?

Answer 26

Vocational/career counseling and employment selection.

Question 27

What population does the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) assess?

Answer 27

Primarily high school–aged young adults, but anyone eligible for military enlistment.

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of the ASVAB?

Answer 28

To assess aptitudes for military occupations.

Question 29

What areas does the ASVAB measure?

Answer 29

1. General Science 2. Arithmetic Reasoning 3. Word Knowledge 4. Paragraph Comprehension 5. Mathematics Knowledge 6. Electronics Information 7. Automotive Information 8. Shop Information 9. Mechanical Comprehension 10. Assembling Objects

Question 30

What population does the Differential Aptitude Tests (DAT) assess?

Answer 30

Students in grades 7–12 and some adults.

Question 31

What is the purpose of the DAT?

Answer 31

To evaluate aptitudes in multiple ability areas to assist with educational and career planning.

Question 32

What abilities are measured by the DAT?

Answer 32

1. Verbal Reasoning 2. Numerical Ability 3. Abstract Reasoning 4. Perceptual Speed and Accuracy 5. Mechanical Reasoning 6. Space Relations 7. Spelling 8. Language Use

Question 33

How does the DAT help individuals in career planning?

Answer 33

1. Identifies strengths and weaknesses 2. Explains academic success or difficulty in subjects 3. Suggests career options 4. Helps adjust educational and career goals

Question 34

What population does the General Aptitude Test Battery (GATB) assess?

Answer 34

Individuals in grade 9 through adulthood.

Question 35

What is the primary use of the GATB?

Answer 35

Vocational counseling, rehabilitation counseling, and job placement

Question 36

How many aptitudes does the GATB measure?

Answer 36

Nine distinct aptitudes

Question 37

What aptitudes are measured by the GATB?

Answer 37

1. General Learning Ability 2. Verbal Aptitude 3. Spatial Aptitude 4. Numerical Aptitude 5. Form Perception 6. Clerical Perception 7. Motor Coordination 8. Finger Dexterity 9. Manual Dexterity