Robert Y. Agyekum Addo

What Does IQ Actually Measure?

The term IQ is widely present in popular culture, with discussions about IQ tests and their implications. Achieving a score of around 120 on an IQ test is often seen as a benchmark. Many individuals are unaware of their own IQ scores. The concept of IQ is frequently mentioned, emphasizing intelligence as a quantifiable measure of cognitive capability. However, the effectiveness of IQ tests remains a question. This video aims to explore the origins of IQ, its actual scope of measurement, its predictive capacities in life, and even the narrator's personal IQ assessment. Despite having never taken an official IQ test, the narrator believes their intellect to be slightly above average. Humorous science banter about exothermic and endothermic reactions ensues. While various online IQ tests are available, their accuracy is doubted. Regardless, the narrator intends to use them as preparation for a genuine IQ test they plan to take tomorrow. The narrator is optimistic about the potential for IQ improvement through practice, and this will be tested in the upcoming session.