Question

Compare the Stanford-Binet scales with the Wechsler Adult intelligence scale.

Answer 1

Sr. No.	Points	Stanford-Binet scales	Wechsler Adult intelligence scales
1.	Developer and History	Developed by Alfred Binet, revised by Lewis Terman at Stanford University.	Developed by David Wechsler in 1939.
2.	Age Group	Suitable for a wide age range, from young children to adults.	Specifically designed for adults and older adolescents (16 years and above).
3.	Structure of the Test	Emphasizes verbal reasoning and uses mental age for scoring. Focuses primarily on verbal tasks.	Divided into Verbal and Performance (non-verbal) sections. Recognizes that different intellectual functions develop differently with age.
4.	Scoring System	Gives overall IQ score (full scale IQ).	Gives full scale IQ + index scores for each section.
5.	Focus and Use	Used for a wide range of ages, helpful in educational settings.	Mainly used for adults to assess thinking ability, memory, and mental health.
6.	Strengths	Good for identifying giftedness and developmental delays.	Gives a detailed picture of different types of intelligence in adults.