Raven's Adaptive

Summary

Adaptive computer-based test of fluid intelligence (g-factor) using the classic Raven's matrices format. CAT algorithm delivers exactly 15 items from a large bank, adjusting difficulty in real-time — resulting in a precise measure in just 12 minutes with enhanced test security and candidate experience.

Key Facts

Provider: Pearson TalentLens

Type/Category: Cognitive Ability / Fluid Intelligence

Duration: 12 minutes (15 adaptive items)

Target Group: Graduates, professionals, managers — all levels

Languages: 12+

Strengths

Adaptive efficiency: 12 min vs. 40 min for traditional versions — same precision
Ability-matched difficulty reduces frustration (low scorers) and boredom (high scorers)
Item banking minimises practice effects and sharing between candidates
Culture-fair and language-independent — ideal for international hiring

Example Use Case

Situation: Global company screening 500+ graduate applicants across 12 countries needs a fast, fair cognitive assessment that works across languages.

Solution: Raven's Adaptive delivers a 12-minute, non-verbal test with instant automated scoring — precise, secure, and candidate-friendly at high volume.

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