IQ: what is it? what is my IQ? what does it mean?

IQ or Intelligence Quotient is a standardized test that is meant to access how smart you are. The test asks you various questions that test the different parts of a person's intelligence, such as spatial, numerical, intrapersonal and logical intelligence. However, the test does not base your score on your answers alone, time taken to complete the test, age and even gender are considered. The average IQ is 100 (85-115) and an IQ of 150 considers you to be "gifted". There are many websites online that offer you a free IQ test if you are interested. If you got lower than you expected, don't be alarmed, your true IQ is not accurate on your first test, try again and you'll probably get a better score. So what does my IQ mean to me? Well, there are several international corporations, such as Mensa, that are exclusive "clubs" for people with higher than average IQ's. Also, some companies only hire people who have a high enough IQ. I higly suggest that everyone takes the test, it isn't just for bragging though, the test helps point out your weaknesses and strengths which can help you improve on areas in your life that are lacking.