What does an IQ test show?

Answer 1

A proper test, properly administered will provide a numerical value, score or quotient which is an indicator of a person's ability to learn. That number is based on the assumption that 100 is the average of the world's population (the mean, median and mode). On this scale, 68 percent of the population will score between 90 and 110, and all are considered to have an average or normal IQ. Those scoring between 80 and 90 are generally classed as low normal, while those with scores falling between 110 and 120 would be classified as high normal and the range or population scoring between 80 and 120 make up 95 percent of a total population. The next grouping each contain only 1.5 percent of the population and the academic community terms them as either challenged or gifted. Only one percent will test with scores above 140 or below 60, and in either case, it is time for a new battery of tests, administered by different skilled psychologists in an effort to isolate a true score. Neither one percent group, genius or severely impaired will function well in a traditional academic setting. Both require special handling to insure that socialization skills are made available, normal life skills become routine and that they are able to contribute to a better world. No quick test or internet test has any validity. Mensa is highly over-rated. A Phi Beta Kappa Key is respected but ignored. A Rhodes scolarship or a Harvard Magna cum Laude deserves recognition, a solid 4.0 GPA is routine. IQ and education are not related. Success and intelligence are not related. Success and education are not related. An exceptional IQ can be an impediment, and some hide their IQ's in an attempt to blend in to normal or average society. A few try to exploit this advantage. Most people have seen the exploitation of those who are unable to learn. an IQ is just that, a measurement of the ability to learn, Perhaps in some distant rainforest, in some part of the African bush-country. the depths of the Amazon Basin or in the far reaches of Siberia there exists somone who would score in the 190's and the world ignores him or her. What about the millions killed in the genocides of the past.

Answer 2

An IQ test measures a person's intellectual abilities relative to others of the same age group. It provides a numerical score that is supposed to reflect a person's cognitive potential, problem-solving skills, and ability to learn and adapt to new situations. IQ tests are often used in educational and clinical settings to assess cognitive functioning.