An IQ test, short for Intelligence Quotient test, is a standardized assessment designed to measure a person's cognitive abilities. Many synonyms exist for IQ test, including intellectual assessment, mental aptitude test, cognitive evaluation, and intelligence test. These terms are often used interchangeably, but they all refer to a measure of an individual's intellectual capabilities. Other related terms may include performance assessment, cognitive testing, and psychometric evaluation. Regardless of the term used, IQ tests are commonly administered in schools, educational settings, and in the workforce to evaluate a person's cognitive strengths and weaknesses.