I'm looking for a test to tell me how smart this dumb kid is.

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The discussion centers around the appropriateness of online IQ tests for a 12-year-old, initiated by a request for a free test. Concerns are raised about the potential negative impact of such tests, including the risk of inflating the child's self-esteem or discouraging him. Participants emphasize that online tests often lack depth and may not accurately measure intelligence, especially for younger users. A suggestion is made for a more comprehensive test that spans several days and evaluates various intelligence facets. A specific online fluid intelligence test is mentioned, along with a critique of the child's inability to find tests independently. The conversation includes light-hearted banter about the child's intelligence and social interactions. Overall, the thread highlights the complexities of assessing intelligence in children and the need for careful consideration of testing methods.
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Don't tell me how IQ tests are a waste of time and how IQ doesn't really measure potential. I know all that. My buddy's kid just asked me to find an IQ test for him, he's 12. He's a smart kid but he's a smart A$$. Do any of you know of a good, free, online test that a twelve year old can take?
 
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Not a good idea ... giving some naive kid online tests that will either inflate his notion of how smart he is - most often the case , that's how they get you to buy the diagnostic results - or convince him that he is an idiot. The online IQ tests , despite seeming " culture fair " and simplistic for the adults poses unfamiliar concepts to younger kids. The IQ test that is administered needs to have a more progressive approach - something that takes several days to administer and measures more and more facets of intelligence. It's healthier this way ...
 
This one will take about 40 minutes.

Tell him it's not a full IQ test, just a fluid intelligence test.

http://www.iqtest.dk/main.swf
 
GCT said:
Not a good idea ... giving some naive kid online tests that will either inflate his notion of how smart he is - ...

Kids do too many stupid things ...
 
Tell him that all the smart kids find their own tests. Strange he didn't know that...
 
chemisttree said:
Tell him that all the smart kids find their own tests. Strange he didn't know that...

:smile: Or just give him a few more years and fix him up with a smarter girl...she'll break him quickly. :biggrin:
 
http://www.athey-educational.co.uk/noaccess/mult1x.htm

Here's a quick free kids IQ test.

Minus points from yours for not figuring out how to use google. ;-p
 
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TheStatutoryApe said:
http://www.athey-educational.co.uk/noaccess/mult1x.htm

Here's a quick free kids IQ test.

Minus points from yours for not figuring out how to use google. ;-p

physicsforums is my google.
 
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This isn't very small town friendly of you, now is it tribdog. In this kind of situation, just ask your self: WWSTD? (What Would Sherrif Taylor Do?)
 

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