Raven's Matrices: What They Are and Why They Matter

Raven's Matrices are one of the most reliable psychometric tools in the world. Created by John Raven in 1936, they are still used in clinical practice, HR assessment, and neuropsychological research.

How the task works

You're shown a 3×3 grid of geometric figures with one cell missing. Find the missing piece from 6–8 options. No language, math, or memorized facts — just the ability to see patterns.

Why matrices work so well

• Culturally neutral — work equally for speakers of any language
• Education-independent — a student and a factory worker with the same intelligence score similarly
• High reliability — correlation with other IQ tests: 0.8–0.9

IQMeter's test uses 184 tasks: progressive matrices + number sequences. Try it free →