In Theory, Aptitude Tests Depend Less on Prior Learning and More

question 18

Multiple Choice

In theory, aptitude tests depend less on prior learning and more accurately measure a person's ability to react to problems presented in a test, in contrast to tests.

• A) achievement
• B) psychological
• C) mental competence
• D) individualized

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Definitions:

Simplify

Making a complex numerical or algebraic expression easier to handle by reducing it to a more basic form.

Square Root Property

A mathematical rule stating that if \(x^2 = a\), then \(x = \pm\sqrt{a}\), which is used to solve quadratic equations.

Equation

A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically written in the form \(A = B\), where \(A\) and \(B\) are expressions.

Complex Solutions

Solutions to equations that include imaginary numbers, often involving the square root of a negative number.