Entity: IQ
IQ, short for Intelligence Quotient, is a standardized measure used to assess human intelligence across various domains. It is a number that expresses the apparent relative intelligence of a person based on their performance on standardized intelligence tests.
IQ
Etymology
The term IQ stands for Intelligence Quotient.
Definition
IQ is a number used to express the apparent relative intelligence of a person based on their performance on standardized intelligence tests.
Historical Context
The concept of IQ emerged in the early 20th century and has been used as a measure of intelligence across various domains such as abstract reasoning, memory, and problem-solving abilities.
Cultural Significance
IQ scores have been used in educational settings, employment assessments, and research studies to evaluate cognitive abilities and potential.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include emotional intelligence (EQ) and multiple intelligences theory.
See Also
A measure of relative intelligence based on performance on standardized tests.