It is higher than 0.4 percent of all results.

The average IQ is 100. Around 68% of the people score between 85 and 115.

Factors affecting the IQ result

The person should feel well and comfortable while doing the IQ test. There are certain factors that could affect the IQ score and lead to a lower result:

- Making the test too quickly
- Not focusing on the questions
- Anxiety, stress, depression, discomfort
- Low motivation
- Lack of sleep

Is IQ important?

This is a difficult question and depends on the specific person. IQ score can be informative to know, but sometimes unnecessary.

While people with high IQs typically do well in school, often earn more money, and tend to be healthier in general, IQ scores do not necessarily predict an individual's success in life. Some people may struggle in one area and have a weakness in one or more types of intelligence but could perform excellent in other areas.

Experts suggest that other important elements contribute to success in life, including social and emotional factors, ambition, motivation, opportunities. It is important to remember that IQ tests are only a measure of intelligence and most people have the capacity to learn regardless of their IQ score.

There are many ways that can help a person increase their IQ as well as improve their brain function like constantly learning something new, frequent reading, learning new languages, physical exercise, proper nutrition and other activities.

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