Difference
between verbal and Non-verbal test of Intelligence
Verbal Test
1. It makes use of language
2. The abilities usually measured in verbal tests are verbal
reasoning, memory and numerical reasoning
3. Verbal tests cannot be used for testing subjects who lack
linguistic ability
4. It is less expensive compared to non-verbal tests
5. The results of the tests are much affected by schooling
6. Standardization of verbal tests are easy
7. Administration and scoring of verbal tests are easy
Non-verbal (Performance) Test
1. It makes use of picture, designs or activities.
2. The ability measured in non-verbal tests are spatial
ability, speed and induction.
3. Subject who lack language ability can also be tested by
using non-verbal tests.
4. It is more expensive compared to verbal tests.
5. The results of the tests are less affected by schooling
6. Standardization of performance tests are difficult
7.Administration and scoring of performance tests are
difficult
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