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Carly is seven years old and struggling in school. To assess her intelligence, the school psychologist conducts an intelligence test that includes solving puzzles, detecting patterns, and explaining ideas. What type of test is this?
  1. Specific achievement test
  2. General ability test
  3. Genetic test
  4. Personality test
Explanation
Answer: B - A general ability test is a test that requires no special training or background knowledge. In this example, no special training has prepared Carly for the test administered by the psychologist. Some practiced skills, such as completing puzzles, could help Carly’s score, but overall it is a test of her general abilities.
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