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2	I have taken/will be taking IQ Tests

Contents 1 What is an IQ? 2 The First IQ Test 3 What can these tests measure? 4 Related Article 5 Various Intelligence Tests

[edit] What is an IQ?

IQ, or the intelligent quotient, refers to the measure of a person’s mental abilities. IQ tests are used to predict educational achievement. These tests, which are comprised of several standardized questions aimed at measuring intelligence, have become exceedingly popular for progress in school and for college admissions. IQ tests are used to diagnose children with special needs, such as learning disabilities.

[edit] The First IQ Test

The first IQ test was developed by French psychologist Alfred Binet in 1905. He designed these tests to identify children who would need to be sent to special schools where they would receive more individual attention.
More about the Binet Scale

2	IQ tests are not a good measure of a person's true intelligence

[edit] What can these tests measure?

2	I believe not all intelligence can be measured.

* IQ tests seek to measure mathematical and spatial reasoning, logical ability, and language understanding.
* IQ tests can not measure things like life experiences, wisdom or personal qualities like diligence, integrity or devotion.
* Some things can negatively impact IQ score, including malnutrition, maternal addiction, personal genetic history and severely deprived, neglectful, or abusive environments.
* Practice can increase scoring in IQ tests.

Tip: Some IQ tests are prone to racial bias.

2	I believe IQ tests are prone to racial bias

Tip: Despite the shortfalls, an IQ score is considered a fairly good predictor for school performance and may also predict fairly well the degree to which a person may be successful in occupations, according to the American Psychological Association.
More Info on IQ Tests and their usefulness

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Related Article

http://in.news.yahoo.com/071105/48/6mtw1.html 

[edit] Various Intelligence Tests

There are a number of Intelligence Tests that teens may have to take while seeking college admission. These include:
SAT
PSAT
SAT II
ACT
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale
The Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
Inventory of Tests