May 6, 2024, 08:48 PM IST

8 countries with lowest IQ

Prashant Tamta

An IQ or intelligence quotient is designed to assess human intelligence. Check 8 countries with lowest IQ:

Guinea (53.48) - It is a country in West Africa with an average IQ of 53.48.

Nicaragua (52.69) - It is Central America's largest country with an average IQ of 52.69.

Gambia (52.68) - It's known for its diverse ecosystems. The country has an average IQ of 52.68.

Cape Verde (52.5) - It ranks fifth on the list with an average IQ score of 52.5.

Guatemala (47.72) - It continues to grapple with high levels of poverty, inequality and has an average IQ of 47.72.

Liberia and Sierra Leone (45.07) - Located in West Africa, they have second-lowest average IQ score of 45.07.

Nepal (42.99) - Nepal tops the list of countries with the lowest IQ with a score of 42.99.

Intelligence quotient (IQ) measures one's ability to reason and solve problems.