Fluid Intelligence (Gf )
Our fluid intelligence (Gf) is our on-the-spot reasoning and problem solving ability, not dependent on background knowledge, education or any specific expertise. Our fluid intelligence enables us to fluidly: reason, solve problems, think abstractly – verbally, numerically or spatially, understand complex ideas, analogies & relationships & learn quickly from experience.
Your fluid intelligence (Gf) is your inference & learning engine: your ability to efficiently comprehend, infer and validate relationships and rules, reach conclusions through reasoning, find solutions, and to learn in the process. Gf is exercised when you can’t rely on habit or automatic pilot mode, but you need goal-directed, ‘top down’ executive control. Gf-intensive information processing, puts high demands on your working memory and attention resources – called ‘cognitive load.’ Working memory (WM) is a limited capacity mental workspace, and using working memory depends on attention control – your ability to focus on what is relevant to your goals while shielding from distraction or inhibiting unwanted habits or responses. i3 Mindware n-back games directly training working memory.
How To Train
We recommend you train with Gf tests & exercises for at least 5 minutes and up 15 minutes in addition to your i3 Mindware training for the day – or on days when you are not training. The more relational reasoning training you do the better for general intelligence! You can use the tests below selectively for your own training purposes.
Mid-Range Training
- Simon Tatham’s Portable Puzzle Collection. This is excellent online game resource. You can access it on the web here. It is also available on Google Play here, and for iPhone here.
- Visual Patterns Fluid Intelligence Test. 15 brainteasers. 20 minute time limit. Scoring – Free. Take the test.
High-Range Training
- Tractatus Logicus 37. By Christoffer Collin. 37 questions. 2 weeks may be required. Standardized. Scoring – Free. Take the test.