Math questions challenge numerical skill. Math questions on IQ tests consist of geometry, arithmetic and simple equations such as addition and subtraction. Sequential pattern questions require you to look at a group of numbers and choose the next number in the series by configuring the pattern. Patterns may add, subtract, divide or multiply. For example,
Name the next number in the series 2, 4, 8, 16.
The answer 32, follows the pattern of multiplying the number by two. 2x2=4, 4x2=8 and so on.
Vocabulary and reading comprehension compose the verbal intelligence portion of an IQ test. Verbal intelligence requires understanding of language and the propensity to communicate through reading, writing and speaking. Verbal questions include spelling and word analogy. Questions such as this from IQ Test Labs, attempt to measure verbal intelligence:
Rearrange the following letters to make a word and choose the category in which it fits. RAPETEKA
A. city
B. fruit
C. bird
D. vegetable
The correct answer is bird as the scrambled word spells "parakeet."
Logic questions attempt to measure your ability to think rationally. Logic entails insight and awareness as well as an understanding of cause and effect. Logic questions sometimes incorporate other intelligences such as math, patterns and verbal. For example, a sample from IQ Test Labs states:
The day before the day before yesterday is three days after Saturday. What day is it today?
A. Monday
B. Tuesday
C. Wednesday
D. Thursday
E. Friday
The correct answer is E, Friday.