Unlike general intelligence (IQ) tests that focus on accumulated knowledge or abstract reasoning, Thurstone’s TMA emphasizes mental alertness —the ability to rapidly perceive relationships, follow instructions, and solve simple problems under time pressure. It is often used in industrial, military, and organizational settings to screen candidates for roles requiring quick thinking, adaptability, and attention to detail.

No deduction for wrong answers (standard modern versions). Some older versions subtract a fraction of wrong answers to correct for guessing.

Raw Score = Total Correct Answers (out of 126)