Working Memory
This area assesses how well the subject recalls facts and objects. At lower levels, the non-verbal test involves asking the subject to find an object hidden under a cup, or block tapping in which the subject must repeat a sequence of tapping on blocks initiated by the examiner. The verbal test requires the subject to recall the last words of several sentences in a series.
In general, the tests measure the ability of people tested to listen and use language, asses the acquired knowledge of the subject and his ability to apply that knowledge in reasoning and problem-solving, his mastery of math concepts, understanding of spatial representations and ability to visualize them and his memory. The Stanford-Binet assessment is valuable in designing educational programs for special needs children but, but is an asset in working with people of all levels of functioning.