Question 1

Do I need to register?

Accepted Answer

No. You can view your test results without registering. Creating an account allows you to save reports, track progress over time, and print results.

Question 2

Do you keep my data if I don’t register?

Accepted Answer

No. Without registration, your results are not stored. To keep your data for future use, create an account.

Question 3

What do the standard scores mean?

Accepted Answer

Standard scores compare your performance to others your age and gender. 100 is average. 115 is above average; 85 is below. Most people score between 85 and 115.

Question 4

What does it mean to be in a certain percentile?

Accepted Answer

Percentiles show how you compare to others. If you’re in the 99th percentile, you scored better than 99% of people. The 50th percentile is average.

Question 5

Can I take a test on my smartphone?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All tests are mobile-friendly and work on modern smartphones.

Question 6

How do I test children, parents, or dependents?

Accepted Answer

Create a separate account for each person to track their results independently.

Question 7

If I create an account, is my data protected?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We use encryption and follow strict privacy standards to keep your data safe and confidential.

Question 8

I'm a provider or researcher. Can I use BellCurveAndMe?

Accepted Answer

BellCurveAndMe is for personal use. For professional tools, visit https://bostoncognitive.com.

Question 9

Can I use BellCurveAndMe reports to bill insurance?

Accepted Answer

No. BellCurveAndMe is not intended for billing. Providers should use https://bostoncognitive.com for insurance-compatible assessments.

Question 10

Is there a limit to how many assessments I can take?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can take up to 5 BoCA assessments per month. Other tools are unlimited.

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