Wechsler Test Wechsler Verbal Comprehension Subtests 2

Question 1

Which Verbal Comprehension subtest asks the examinee to explain how two words or concepts are alike?

Accepted Answer

Similarities

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Vocabulary

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Information

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Comprehension

Question 2

On the Vocabulary subtest, what is the examinee primarily asked to do?

Accepted Answer

Define the meaning of presented words

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Solve arithmetic problems

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Repeat digits backward

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Arrange blocks into patterns

Question 3

The Information subtest measures which of the following?

Accepted Answer

General factual knowledge acquired from environment and education

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Working memory span

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Visual-spatial construction

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Processing speed

Question 4

Which subtest asks questions like 'Why do people need laws?' to assess practical reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Comprehension

Answer

Similarities

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Digit Span

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Coding

Question 5

In the WAIS-IV, which two subtests are the core (mandatory) contributors to the Verbal Comprehension Index?

Accepted Answer

Similarities, Vocabulary, and Information

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Block Design and Matrix Reasoning

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Digit Span and Arithmetic

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Coding and Symbol Search

Question 6

Comprehension is classified as which type of subtest on the WAIS-IV Verbal Comprehension Index?

Accepted Answer

A supplemental subtest

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A core Perceptual Reasoning subtest

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A Processing Speed subtest

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A Working Memory subtest

Question 7

A high Verbal Comprehension Index score most directly reflects strength in what area?

Accepted Answer

Verbal reasoning, word knowledge, and concept formation

Answer

Motor coordination

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Reaction time

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Peripheral vision