Question

Which of the following is the most serious disadvantage of group intelligence or general ability tests?

	a.	Too many items in a given total score
	b.	Group tests use only a single item format
	c.	Too little attention to the examinee’s motivation and/or anxiety levels
	d.	The time needed to administer group tests

Answer 1

Correct option is C)too little attention to examinee's motivation and/ or anxiety levels.

Group testing for Intelligence or general ability has several advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages can be -

• takes less time as large number is tested simultaneously.
• makes it easier for the examiner
• Many of ththesetests are designed to be objective making it easier for the test taker

Disadvantages can be

• No personal rapport between test taker and examiner
• Special requirement or emotional needs of the test taker are generally not addressed in group tests.
• The test taker might feel restricted, bored or anxious when taking test in groups, as most of the test require the infindividual to respond to all items.