Ilesha administers a mechanical ability test, a test in which individuals are asked to examine an image of gears and identify in which direction a certain gear should rotate if another gear is turned, Ilesha is administering a:

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A mechanical ability test assesses a specific cognitive ability, which is mechanical reasoning. Therefore, it is a specific cognitive ability test. Choice A is incorrect because a general cognitive ability test measures overall intelligence, not specific abilities. Choice C is incorrect because performance tests measure how well an individual can perform a specific task, such as lifting weights or typing, and not their cognitive abilities. Choice D is incorrect because a psychomotor test measures an individual's physical abilities, such as hand-eye coordination and reaction time, and not their cognitive abilities.

Ilesha Administers a Mechanical Ability Test, a Test in Which