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Standard Progressive Matrices

Clinical Assessment

Assignment Solution

Fall 2024

Submitted by: Lillat Shan

Roll No.

Submitted to: Dr. Mafia Shehzadi

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Introduction

The Standard Progressive Matrices (SPM) test is a renowned, non-verbal assessment tool

designed to evaluate cognitive abilities, particularly reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Developed by John Raven, this test is suitable for individuals aged 6 to 80 years.

Purpose

Raven created the SPM test to provide a culture-fair, language-free assessment of cognitive

abilities. The primary goal was to develop a test that could be administered to people from

diverse backgrounds, without bias towards any particular culture or language. The SPM test

aims to evaluate an individual's ability to reason, think logically, and solve problems.

Previous Researches

Numerous studies have validated the SPM test as a reliable and effective measure of

cognitive abilities. Research has shown that the test scores correlate with various aspects of

cognitive functioning, such as fluid intelligence, working memory, and executive functions.

Versions

There are three main versions of the SPM test:

1. Standard Progressive Matrices (SPM): Suitable for individuals aged 6 to 80 years, this

version consists of 60 questions, divided into five sets of 12 questions each.

2. Coloured Progressive Matrices (CPM): Designed for children aged 5-11 years and

individuals with special needs, this version features coloured figures and 30 questions,

divided into three sets of 12 questions each.


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3. Advanced Progressive Matrices (APM): Intended for adults and adolescents with above-

average intelligence, this version comprises 48 questions, divided into two sets of 12 and 36

questions each.

Scoring

The SPM test scores are calculated based on the number of correct answers. The raw scores

are then converted to percentiles, which indicate the individual's performance relative to their

age group. The test also provides a discrepancy score, which highlights any significant

differences between the individual's scores on each set and their expected total score.

Interpretation

The SPM test scores are classified into five grades:

1. Grade I: Intellectually Superior: Scores at or above the 95th percentile.

2. Grade II: Above Average: Scores between the 75th and 94th percentiles.

3. Grade III: Intellectually Average: Scores between the 25th and 75th percentiles.

4. Grade IV: Below Average: Scores at or below the 25th percentile.

5. Grade V: Intellectually Impaired: Scores at or below the 5th percentile for that age

group.

Strengths

1. Culture-fair and language-free: The SPM test is designed to be unbiased towards any

particular culture or language.

2. Wide age range: The test is suitable for individuals aged 6 to 80 years.
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3. Non-verbal: The test does not require verbal responses, making it accessible to individuals

with language difficulties.

4. Reliable and valid: The SPM test has been extensively researched and validated as a

reliable measure of cognitive abilities.

Limitations

1. Limited scope: The SPM test only assesses cognitive abilities, particularly reasoning and

problem-solving skills.

2. Dependence on visual-spatial skills: The test relies heavily on visual-spatial skills, which

may be a limitation for individuals with visual impairments.

3. Cultural bias: Although the test is designed to be culture-fair, some critics argue that it

may still be biased towards Western cultures.

Suggestions

1. Use in conjunction with other assessments: The SPM test should be used in conjunction

with other assessments to provide a comprehensive understanding of an individual's cognitive

abilities.

2. Consider cultural and linguistic factors: Test administrators should be aware of cultural

and linguistic factors that may impact an individual's performance on the test.

3. Provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities: Test administrators should

provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities, such as visual impairments, to

ensure equal access to the test.

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