The branch of psychology that designs tests to assess IQ, aptitude and other measures of human potential is __________________?
Correct answer: B. psychometrics
- A. parapsychology
- B. psychometrics
- C. measure ecology
- D. social psychology
Explanation
Psychometrics is the branch concerned with constructing and evaluating psychological tests, including measures of intelligence, aptitude, personality, reliability, and validity. Parapsychology and social psychology address different subject areas.
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