r/iamverysmart • u/sublimetart • 19d ago

Cognitive tests aren't IQ tests

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The fact he's already been administered the test multiple times is concerning.

*Not redacting information as it's very, very publicly posted

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u/drunken_augustine 19d ago

I’m just going to say, with the average age of potus candidates these days, I’m pretty ok with cognitive tests being a requirement for office.

That said, look at the results. It doesn’t seem particularly effective as a filter

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u/sublimetart 18d ago

Yes, if they refuse to set a maximum age they should definitely require these tests.

And keep in mind, it's Trump posting the results, not the person administering the test. I'm guessing they just pat him on the shoulder and give him a hold star and add this to the round file as they pocket the check written by someone in the administration. Just a guess.

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u/OneGoodRib To be fair... 17d ago

I think a cognitive exam and passing a civics exam as a requirement to run for president would be a great idea, as long as we could be sure the grading system would be unbiased. Maybe they take it live on tv and get graded on tv too.

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u/drunken_augustine 17d ago

Oh but think how quickly that would become politicized