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Critical Thinking Test for Adolescents

Critical Thinking Test for Adolescents

See how well a teen analyzes information and spots fact versus opinion in just 3 minutes. 16 quick items deliver clear strengths and growth areas, ideal for classrooms and enrichment programs.

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October 2, 2025

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10/16

Critical Thinking Level (CTL)

Measures how well a teenager can analyze information, spot logical errors, and draw justified conclusions under time pressure.

Developing

Moderate

Advanced

0 – 8: Developing | 9 – 12: Moderate | 13 – 16: Advanced

A score of 10 indicates a moderate level of critical thinking, with generally sound reasoning but some inconsistency in identifying errors or fully separating facts from opinions.

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Teachers and school classes

41%OF USERS

Educators use it as a quick baseline to see how students analyze information before starting lessons or discussions.

Parents of curious teens

34%OF USERS

Parents take it with their teenager to spot strengths and weak points in reasoning and talk about how to improve.

Teen club and program leaders

25%OF USERS

Mentors in enrichment clubs and camps use it to group teens by skill level and plan activities that build critical thinking.

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Level of Critical Thinking (LoCT)

Average

5.4

Normal range

3.3 — 7.4

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What does this test measure?

It screens core critical-thinking skills, including reasoning, questioning, and separating facts from opinions. It reflects both accuracy and speed under time pressure.

Who is this test intended for?

It is designed for adolescents ages 12 and older. The tasks use age-appropriate situations and language.

How long does it take and how many items are included?

Completion time is approximately 3 minutes. The test contains 16 items.

Why is there a strict time limit?

The time limit helps evaluate how quickly information is processed while reasoning remains accurate. It also reduces overthinking and tests first-pass judgment.

How should results be interpreted and used?

Results provide an overview of stronger and weaker thinking habits rather than a clinical diagnosis. They are suitable for planning instruction, practice, or guided discussion.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

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Critical Thinking Test for Adolescents

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This brief screening measure is designed to sample core reasoning and evaluation skills in adolescents. The Critical Thinking Test for Adolescents, by D. F. Halpern, uses structured prompts to elicit how respondents interpret information, distinguish factual statements from opinions, and identify gaps in reasoning.

The instrument includes 16 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. Administration under time limits may provide a rough indicator of performance under constrained conditions; results should be interpreted cautiously and in conjunction with other clinical, educational, or behavioral data. The Critical Thinking Test for Adolescents can be used as an initial check of areas of relative strength and potential targets for instruction or further assessment.

Author: D. F. Halpern

Literature: Facione, P. A. Critical thinking: A statement of expert consensus for purposes of educational assessment and instruction. American Philosophical Association. 1990.

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