The Category Test: A Comparison of Computerized and Standard Versions

Abstract

As part of a comprehensive neuropsychological assessment, subjects completed either the standard or computerized version of the Category Test. The groups receiving the two versions of the Category Test were compared on demographic, neuropsychological, and intelligence measures. Significant differences between the groups were found for the Category Test only, with subjects who completed the computerized version exhibiting a greater number of errors than subjects who completed the standard version. The results suggest that the computerized version may be a more difficult task than the standard version. Further research is needed to confirm this finding and to identify which specific test variables contribute to differential performance.