Whenever I take an IQ test, I score very low for spatial/visualization. So any suggestions? I figured if I can do things like learn the alphabet backwards it might help with my visual skills, but I'm not sure..
2006-09-22 16:09:22 · 7 answers · asked by tiggergoesbouncebounce 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Standards & Testing
Despite the popular opinion in this Answer forum, so-called IQ tests are not entirely meaningless (I will not engage that discussion here), and it IS possible to improve thinking skills and capacity.
Various mental exercises have been demonstrated to improve memory, reasoning skills, and other mental abilities. In addition, recent research has shown that physical exercise can benefit the brain.
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Crossword puzzles, logic problems, brain teasers, and reading have all been proven to increase brain power. Almost anything that requires you to think has the capacity to help. Other things that can help include regular adequate sleep, a balanced healthy diet, stress reduction, and positive family-social relationships.
Learn more about the brain and how to improve mental abilities at the Franklin Institute of Science at http://www.fi.edu/brain/
Also try Discovery School's "Brain Power" at http://school.discovery.com/lessonplans/programs/brainpower/ (free lessons and activities!)
2006-09-22 18:32:30 · answer #1 · answered by Mr D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Intelligence test are semi pointless. I mean, I honestly don't believe in them.. Think about this argument.
What is an iq test?
A test to define intelligence.
What is intelligence?
What you score on an iq test.
It's circular, thus pointless. Besides, culture, gender differences, virtually anything can offset an iq test. Tests of this nature need to be accurate not just for the age range being tested, but also the culture etc. Don't trust them in short.
2006-09-23 00:17:44 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An IQ test never really shows how smart or intellect a person is. I wouldn't dwell to much with that. Its what takes place in real life situations, you can tell if you are an intelligent person or not, I hope. :) Don't waste your time doing that, concentrate on living your live wisely, not by a silly test.
2006-09-22 23:17:37 · answer #3 · answered by Norah 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
There are several good books that have good information for improving your score; I have one called the Einstein Factor. Also, keep doing the type of problems that you are trying to improve.
2006-09-23 00:07:46 · answer #4 · answered by bruinfan 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you can improve your IQ. It's not like a knowledge test.
2006-09-22 23:18:39 · answer #5 · answered by sdraterasbil 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Stop doing drugs and read!
2006-09-22 23:16:23 · answer #6 · answered by yo momma 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you really can't raise your iq, it is a capacity for intelligence, so it is possible to raise it to maxium capicity but you can't raise your overall score.
2006-09-22 23:18:12 · answer #7 · answered by Apache Rose Peacock 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋