Individually administered Maze Tests became part of the psychologists' armamentarium many years ago. Since their administration and scoring were extremely time-consuming, their use remained limited. In this paper a new (group) maze test of the multiple-choice type is described. The major steps in its development are summarized; data concerning its reliability and concurrent validity are provided.
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