Psychometric instrument
Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS)
Gold-standard individually administered adult intelligence battery published by Pearson.
Reviewed by: Scientific Review Team · Last reviewed: July 2026
Key facts
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Pearson Clinical |
| Age range | Adults (edition-specific, e.g. 16–90) |
| Scale | Mean 100, SD 15 (FSIQ and indices) |
| Indices | Verbal Comprehension, Perceptual Reasoning, Working Memory, Processing Speed |
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Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale — Pearson product page
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Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale — Pearson product page
Official publisher context for WAIS entity page.
Source: Pearson Clinical
Publisher documentation; link only.
See also
FAQ
Who can administer the WAIS?
Qualified psychologists or psychometrists with appropriate training and licensing.
Scientific sources
- Pearson — WAIS technical and interpretive manual.