WAIS Intelligence Trivia Quiz
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Who authored the WAIS scale?
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George Mann
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John Craig
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David Wechsler
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Steve Dickson
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The test based on the Weschler Adult Intelligence Scale is an assessment of the cognitive ability of individuals who take it. This test is often considered a standard way to know if a candidate is mentally fit for certain roles in an establishment. WAIS Intelligence test is often based on special grades. Do you know them?
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What is the main quality assessed in the original edition of the WAIS scale?
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Logic
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Emotion
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Behaviour
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Intelligence
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A. IntelligenceExplanation
The main quality assessed in the original edition of the WAIS scale is intelligence. The WAIS scale, or Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, is a widely used intelligence test that measures various aspects of cognitive abilities such as verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, working memory, and processing speed. It is designed to assess an individual's intellectual functioning and provide information about their cognitive strengths and weaknesses.Rate this question:
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When was the original WAIS test form published?
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June 1977
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May 1988
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February 1955
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January 1979
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A. February 1955Explanation
The original WAIS test form was published in February 1955.Rate this question:
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What is the minimum age for the test?
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15 years
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16 years
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19 years
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25 years
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A. 16 yearsExplanation
The minimum age for the test is 16 years. This means that individuals must be at least 16 years old in order to take the test.Rate this question:
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When was the fourth edition of WAIS scale released?
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2009
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2006
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2007
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2008
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A. 2008Explanation
The fourth edition of the WAIS scale was released in 2008.Rate this question:
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When was the revised edition of the scale released?
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1987
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1981
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1919
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1978
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A. 1981Explanation
The revised edition of the scale was released in 1981.Rate this question:
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Which of these is not in the verbal section of WAIS-R?
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Digital span
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Similarities
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Vocabulary
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Logic
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A. LogicExplanation
Logic is not in the verbal section of WAIS-R because it is a component of the performance section. The verbal section of WAIS-R includes tasks that assess language abilities such as vocabulary and similarities. However, logic falls under the performance section which evaluates non-verbal reasoning and problem-solving skills.Rate this question:
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How many sections are in the verbal category of WAIS-R?
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Six sections
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Nine sections
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Three sections
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Seven sections
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A. Six sectionsExplanation
The verbal category of the WAIS-R test consists of six sections.Rate this question:
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How many theories backed the scale in the 19th century?
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Four theories
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Nine theories
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Twelve theories
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Three theories
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A. Three theoriesExplanation
In the 19th century, there were three theories that supported the scale.Rate this question:
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What does the Verbal Comprehension Index part of the test assess?
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Information
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Similarity
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Communication
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Logic
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A. LogicExplanation
The Verbal Comprehension Index part of the test assesses logic. This means that it evaluates the individual's ability to reason, make connections, and understand relationships between different concepts or ideas. The test may include questions that require the person to analyze information, identify patterns, and draw logical conclusions.Rate this question:
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