We Conducted an IQ Test in Nigeria, Africa
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I took an IQ test in 3rd grade that didn't require any prior knowledge. It was matching shapes and similar questions. They were all multiple choice. The moderator explained to us how it worked. I breezed through it. I was one of two students in 3rd grade to take that test. I recently ordered a copy of all my school and college transcripts, and I got a really high IQ score on that test.
All IQ tests I've taken or seen since that one do require prior knowledge. It was the same with the SAT tests. Since the schools in my area didn't teach calculus, I had no idea about the calculus questions. I just drew on my blank paper and even tore out triangles to get to a guess close enough to choose the correct answer. I got the highest score in my multi-county area that year.
I took IQ test the summer before 9th grade for GT. It was both standard knowledge - math, reading, etc - and abstract - what do you see when you look at this picture?
The last one I took for a lawsuit was knowledge based only.
Excellent! And how did you employ your intelligence in your life?
Because I can learn anything and pay attention to detail, I have inspected million-dollar yachts and proofread legal documents. I retired at 50, one of my life goals. I have written a number of specialized books and am currently (over 20 years later) working on a second edition of a book for a billionaire. He pays plenty for me to play on my computer a few hours a week. I work when I feel like it. I have several more books in the works.
I have the largest private library in the area and probably one of the largest record collections in the area. I'm sure my record collection is the most eclectic, as I have records of all types, except rap crap.
I built my current computer from a shopping cart full of parts I bought years ago.
I have studied AI and found it wanting in many ways at the present.