Fluid Reasoning

The deliberate but flexible control of attention to solve novel, on-the-spot problems that cannot be performed by relying exclusively on previously learned habits, schemas, and scripts.

Crystalized Intelligence

The depth and breadth of knowledge and skills that are valued by one’s culture

Visual Processing

The ability to make use of simulated mental imagery (often in conjunction with currently perceived images) to solve problems

Auditory Processing

The ability to detect and process meaningful nonverbal information in sound

Short-Term Memory

The ability to encode, maintain, and manipulate information in one’s immediate awareness

Long-Term Storage and Retrieval

The ability to store, consolidate, and retrieve information over periods of time measured in minutes, hours, days, and years

Processing Speed

The ability to perform simple, repetitive cognitive tasks quickly and fluently

Reaction and Decision Speed

The speed of making very simple decisions or judgments when items are presented one at a time

Reading and Writing

The depth and breadth of knowledge and skills related to written language

Psychomotor Speed

The speed and fluidity with which physical body movements can be made

Domain-Specific Knowledge

The depth, breadth, and mastery of specialized knowledge (knowledge not all members of society are expected to have)

Olfactory Abilities

The ability to detect and process meaningful information in odors

Tactile Abilities

The abilities to detect and process meaningful information in haptic (touch) sensations

Kinesthetic Abilities

The abilities to detect and process meaningful information in proprioceptive sensations

Psychomotor Abilities

The abilities to perform physical body motor movements (e.g., movement of fingers, hands, legs) with precision, coordination, or strength