how old must a child be before intelligence testing is likely to have a valid predictive value?
a/3 years
b.5 years
c.7 years
d.10 years
my answer is c
I don't agree, but what does your text say?
intelligence tests under 7 years have little predictive value ....
what do you think
I agree more with age 10, but you need to put down what your text says.
One man I worked for in the projects and programs office in our district once told me that when we test kids (especially for gifted programs) before grade 3, we're really testing their parents! I since read that same idea in various education journals.
thanks
The correct answer is c. 7 years.
Intelligence testing is likely to have a valid predictive value around the age of 7 years. This is because the cognitive abilities of children start to stabilize around this age, and test results become more reliable indicators of their intellectual abilities.
Intelligence tests are designed to measure a variety of cognitive skills, including reasoning, problem-solving, memory, and language abilities. These skills develop gradually throughout childhood and can vary significantly between individuals. Administering intelligence tests to young children, such as those under the age of 7, can be challenging due to their limited attention span, impulsive behavior, and lack of fully developed cognitive skills. As a result, test scores obtained before the age of 7 may not accurately reflect a child's true intellectual potential.
It's important to note that intelligence testing is just one of many tools used to assess a child's abilities. Other factors, such as observation of behavior, academic performance, and social interactions, should also be considered when evaluating a child's development and potential.