Intelligence And Aptitude — Psychology STD 12 Humanities — Question

Aptitude - Refers to special ability in a particular field of activity. It is a combination of characteristics that indicates an individual's capacity to acquire some specific knowledge or skill after raining.
The knowledge of aptitude can help us to predict an individual's future performance.
Measurement of aptitude - Aptitude is measured by using different aptitude tests. There are two forms of aptitude tests-

1. Test independent (Specialised Aptitude Tests).
   1. Clerical aptitude.
   2. Mechanical aptitude.
   3. Numerical aptitude.
   4. Typing aptitude.
2. Multiple (Generalised Aptitude Test) - These tests are in the form of test batteries, which measure aptitude in several separate but homogenous areas.
   1. Differential Aptitude Test (DAT).
   2. General Aptitude Test Battery (GATB).
   3. Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB).