IQ test

The IQ Test App is inspired by Raven's Progressive Matrices, developed in 1936 by John C. Raven as a non-verbal assessment of abstract reasoning. Designed to evaluate fluid intelligence (Gf), the test measures problem-solving ability, logical reasoning, and the capacity to identify patterns without relying on language skills.

Based on Raven’s Progressive Matrices

The IQ Test App follows the principles of Raven’s Progressive Matrices, a widely recognized non-verbal reasoning assessment. Participants analyze visual patterns and select the correct geometric shape to complete larger images. This structure evaluates abstract thinking and logical inference rather than verbal knowledge.

Measures Fluid Intelligence (Gf)

The primary focus of the test is fluid intelligence—the ability to reason, detect patterns, store and retrieve information, and solve new problems. These skills are fundamental to learning, adaptation, and analytical thinking.

54 Gradually Increasing Questions

The assessment consists of 54 multiple-choice questions arranged in order of increasing complexity. Each question challenges pattern recognition and abstract reasoning at progressively higher levels of difficulty.

Scientifically Informed Scoring System

The final score is determined by the number of correct answers combined with the respondent’s age. The scoring system is not linearly tied to the number of correct responses; instead, results are calibrated using statistical modeling.

Scores are distributed along a Gaussian curve (bell curve) ranging from 0 to 160 IQ points. According to statistical distribution, the majority of the population—over 50%—falls between IQ scores of 90 and 110.

Culture-Fair and Non-Verbal

A key advantage of the IQ Test App is its non-verbal design. By using geometric patterns instead of language-based questions, the test reduces cultural and linguistic bias. This approach makes it more accessible across diverse educational and cultural backgrounds.

Important Considerations

While the test offers valuable cognitive insights, it measures only a subset of intellectual abilities. It does not assess creativity, emotional intelligence, memory depth, or specialized skills.

Repeated attempts may improve results due to familiarity with question patterns, which should be considered when interpreting scores.

FAQs

Q1: What type of intelligence does the IQ Test App measure?

The app measures fluid intelligence (Gf), focusing on reasoning, abstract thinking, and problem-solving ability.

Q2: Is the test language-dependent?

No, the test is non-verbal and uses geometric patterns, reducing cultural and linguistic bias.

Q3: How many questions are included in the test?

The assessment consists of 54 multiple-choice questions that gradually increase in difficulty.

Q4: How is the IQ score calculated?

The score is based on the number of correct answers and the respondent’s age, calibrated using statistical analysis and distributed on a Gaussian curve from 0 to 160.

Q5: Does the test measure overall intelligence?

No, the test measures specific cognitive abilities related to fluid intelligence and does not provide a complete evaluation of overall intellectual capacity.

Version History

v1.12.13—15 Sep, 2023

Maintenance and bugfixes

v1.12.12—5 Sep, 2023

Maintenance and bugfixes

v1.12.11—15 Aug, 2023

Maintenance and bugfixes