Rorschach inkblot test
Overview
The Rorschach test (ˈʁoːɐʃax; also known as the Rorschach inkblot test, the Rorschach technique, or simply the inkblot test) is a psychological test in which subjects' perceptions of ink
blots are recorded and then analyzed using psychological
interpretation, complex algorithm
s, or both. Some psychologists use this test to examine a person's personality characteristics and emotional functioning.
Ink
Ink is a liquid or paste that contains pigments and/or dyes and is used to color a surface to produce an image, text, or design. Ink is used for drawing and/or writing with a pen, brush, or quill...
blots are recorded and then analyzed using psychological
Psychology
Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. Its immediate goal is to understand individuals and groups by both establishing general principles and researching specific cases. For many, the ultimate goal of psychology is to benefit society...
interpretation, complex algorithm
Algorithm
In mathematics and computer science, an algorithm is an effective method expressed as a finite list of well-defined instructions for calculating a function. Algorithms are used for calculation, data processing, and automated reasoning...
s, or both. Some psychologists use this test to examine a person's personality characteristics and emotional functioning.
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