Spatial Intelligence

Spatial abilities are the perceptual and cognitive abilities that enable a person to deal with spatial relations, in other words the visualization and orientation of objects in space. Put simply spatial skills assess your ability to manipulate 3D objects by flipping and rotating them. Spatial intelligence questions test raw intelligence without the influence of prior knowledge and as such performance on this scale is indicative of general intelligence. At a first glance, such questions may appear daunting but the trick is not to give up too quickly. Often a second look at the problem will reveal a different approach, and a solution will appear because the brain has been given the opportunity to process information further.


Here is a question which demonstrates Spatial intelligence : 


Q.When the shape on the left is folded at the dotted lines which shape does it produce?

Correct Answer: A

Jobs

People with spatial intelligence like to think in images. Once they have formed an image in their mind they then visually imagine many different results. If you have a lot of spatial intelligence and have an orientation for the arts you are more likely to become a sculptor or an architect. Furthermore, spatial intelligence can be very important in professions which emphasize the manipulation of tangible objects such as engineering and design. It is also useful in everyday activities such as reading a map or fitting things into a box or storage room. Artists, architects, photographers, engineers, decorators, sculptors, pilots, surveyors, inventors, guides and designers usually score highly in this intelligence type.

Tips that help increase spatial intelligence

The next time you go on a long trip be responsible for reading and providing directions.
When you go shopping, try to think of the best way to fit the groceries into the car so that they all fit. Practice with jigsaw puzzles, mazes. Spend free time drawing, building with Lego's and building blocks.