Brainzilla

Self-Referential Aptitude Test (S.R.A.T.)

Created by Jim Propp in the early 90s, this quiz is a good challenge even for seasoned puzzle solvers.

Author: James Propp

1.

The first question whose answer is B is question

  • A.
    1
  • B.
    2
  • C.
    3
  • D.
    4
  • E.
    5
2.

The only two consecutive questions with identical answers are questions

  • A.
    6 and 7
  • B.
    7 and 8
  • C.
    8 and 9
  • D.
    9 and 10
  • E.
    10 and 11
3.

The number of questions with the answer E is

  • A.
    0
  • B.
    1
  • C.
    2
  • D.
    3
  • E.
    4
4.

The number of questions with the answer A is

  • A.
    4
  • B.
    5
  • C.
    6
  • D.
    7
  • E.
    8
5.

The answer to this question is the same as the answer to question

  • A.
    1
  • B.
    2
  • C.
    3
  • D.
    4
  • E.
    5
6.

The answer to question 17 is

  • A.
    C
  • B.
    D
  • C.
    E
  • D.
    none of the above
  • E.
    all of the above
7.

Alphabetically, the answer to this question and the answer to the following question are

  • A.
    4 apart
  • B.
    3 apart
  • C.
    2 apart
  • D.
    1 apart
  • E.
    the same
8.

The number of questions whose answers are vowels is

  • A.
    4
  • B.
    5
  • C.
    6
  • D.
    7
  • E.
    8
9.

The next question with the same answer as this one is question

  • A.
    10
  • B.
    11
  • C.
    12
  • D.
    13
  • E.
    14
10.

The answer to question 16 is

  • A.
    D
  • B.
    A
  • C.
    E
  • D.
    B
  • E.
    C
11.

The number of questions preceding this one with the answer B is

  • A.
    0
  • B.
    1
  • C.
    2
  • D.
    3
  • E.
    4
12.

The number of questions whose answer is a consonant is

  • A.
    an even number
  • B.
    an odd number
  • C.
    a perfect square
  • D.
    a prime
  • E.
    divisible by 5
13.

The only odd-numbered problem with answer A is

  • A.
    9
  • B.
    11
  • C.
    13
  • D.
    15
  • E.
    17
14.

The number of questions with answer D is

  • A.
    6
  • B.
    7
  • C.
    8
  • D.
    9
  • E.
    10
15.

The answer to question 12 is

  • A.
    A
  • B.
    B
  • C.
    C
  • D.
    D
  • E.
    E
16.

The answer to question 10 is

  • A.
    D
  • B.
    C
  • C.
    B
  • D.
    A
  • E.
    E
17.

The answer to question 6 is

  • A.
    C
  • B.
    D
  • C.
    E
  • D.
    none of the above
  • E.
    all of the above
18.

The number of questions with answer A equals the number of questions with answer

  • A.
    B
  • B.
    C
  • C.
    D
  • D.
    E
  • E.
    none of the above
19.

The answer to this question is

  • A.
    A
  • B.
    B
  • C.
    C
  • D.
    D
  • E.
    E
20.

Standardized test is to intelligence as barometer is to

  • A.
    temperature (only)
  • B.
    wind-velocity (only)
  • C.
    latitude (only)
  • D.
    longitude (only)
  • E.
    temperature, wind-velocity, latitude, and longitude

How to Play

  • Click once on an answer to mark it as wrong;
  • Click twice to mark it as correct;
  • The bar next to each question shows if the question is logically correct (green) or wrong (red).

About

  • Each test has some number of multiple choice questions about itself;
  • There is only one correct answer for each question;
  • The solution can be found "without too much trial-and-error".

Need help?

Is it too hard or you don't understand how to play? Try to solve this one:

More Self-Referential Quizzes

Check out our sister website Logiquiz.com to play 5 new Self-Referential Quizzes every day.

Brain Training using Self-Referential Quiz

Self-Referential Quiz (SRQs) are assessments that involve questions about the test itself. These tests have been widely used in psychology and cognitive science to study self-awareness, cognition, and even paradoxes. Recently, the concept has been applied to brain training exercises.

Benefits of Using Self-Referential Quizzes for Brain Training

  • Enhanced Cognitive Skills: SRQs require high-level thinking and problem-solving.
  • Improved Self-Awareness: The nature of the questions helps individuals understand their own thought processes.
  • Increased Attention Span: The complexity of the questions demands sustained attention.

Methods of Application

There are several ways to incorporate Self-Referential Quiz into a brain training regimen:

  • Integration with Existing Programs: Adding SRQs to current brain training apps or programs.
  • Standalone SRT Apps: Specialized applications focused solely on Self-Referential Quizzes.
  • Physical Workbooks: Traditional paper-based SRQs for those who prefer offline methods.

Challenges and Limitations

While promising, there are some challenges and limitations to consider:

  • Complexity: Some SRQs can be too complex for beginners.
  • Validity: The scientific backing for the efficacy of SRQs in brain training is still under study.
  • Accessibility: Not all SRQs are easily accessible or user-friendly.
5

Brainzilla+