Question

In your own words, what is the definition of validity? Do you think intelligence tests are valid? why or why not? what are these tests measuring, if not intelligence?

In your own words, what is your definition of intelligence?

Answer 1

Validity indicates the soundness of the results or the research done on a topic. It suggests the  extend to which any concept, conclusion or measurement is well-founded and corresponds accurately to the real world. Intelligence is defined to be the  capacity of us acquiring and applying knowledge. It enables us to learn form experience, also adapt to the environment around and then conclude on things. I do not think that intelligence tests are valid. They never test a person's all round development and ability of problem solving and critical thinking. The parameters like creative understanding are not present in these tests and do not judge a person on all moral grounds.