What are IQ tests really measuring?

Tuesday, April 26, 2011 - 06:30 in Psychology & Sociology

(Medical Xpress) -- When the average person thinks of an IQ test, they think of a measurement of intelligence. A test designed to find those of high intelligence who will go on to succeed in academics and employment. While the question has long been debated by researchers as to what exactly the IQ test measures, a new study shows that intelligence may not be the main focus, but a person’s motivation as well.

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