Wechsler Test Wechsler Standardized Administration Procedures 2

Question 1

During subtest administration, the examiner discovers the testing room is noisy and frequently interrupted. What is the most appropriate action under standardized procedures?

Accepted Answer

Stop and reschedule in a quiet, distraction-free environment

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Continue and note the conditions in the report

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Speak louder to compensate for the noise

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Skip the affected subtests entirely

Question 2

On a Wechsler subtest, the examinee asks the examiner to repeat an item. According to standard rules, the examiner may generally:

Accepted Answer

Repeat the item exactly as written if allowed by that subtest

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Reword the item to make it clearer

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Refuse all repetitions on every subtest

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Provide a hint about the correct answer

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of using standardized verbatim instructions when administering Wechsler subtests?

Accepted Answer

To ensure scores can be validly compared to the norm sample

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To save time during administration

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To make the test easier for the examinee

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To allow the examiner to show expertise

Question 4

An examiner is unsure whether a vague verbal response deserves credit. The standardized procedure is to:

Accepted Answer

Use a neutral query such as 'Tell me more about that'

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Always score it as incorrect

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Always score it as correct to be fair

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Ask a leading question hinting at the answer

Question 5

Why must examiners follow the prescribed subtest order unless a documented exception applies?

Accepted Answer

It alternates verbal and performance tasks to maintain engagement and validity

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It always lists the easiest subtests first

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Order has no effect on results

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It lets the examiner finish faster

Question 6

If an examinee becomes fatigued midway through testing, the examiner should:

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Offer a short break while following subtest timing rules

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End the session and discard all results

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Give the answers to speed things up

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Reduce the number of required items per subtest

Question 7

Establishing rapport before beginning the Wechsler subtests is important primarily because:

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It encourages optimal effort so scores reflect true ability

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It guarantees a higher IQ score

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It is required to skip practice items

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It replaces the need for standardized instructions