MLAT Aural Number Learning 2

Question 1

In a fictional language, 'zelm' = 2, 'torv' = 5, and 'zelm-torv' means 7. If 'quel' = 10, what does 'quel-torv' most likely mean?

Accepted Answer

15

Answer

Following the additive pattern, 'quel-torv' = 10 + 5 = 15.

Question 2

You hear the sequence: 'fron, fron, fron' where 'fron' = 3. What total quantity does this three-word sequence represent?

Accepted Answer

9

Answer

Three repetitions of 'fron' (3) yields 3 × 3 = 9.

Question 3

A language uses 'bix' = 4 and 'nax' = 8. You hear 'nax minus bix.' Which answer reflects this calculation?

Accepted Answer

4

Answer

8 minus 4 = 4.

Question 4

In the MLAT Aural Number Learning task, why are numbers presented in a made-up language rather than a real one?

Accepted Answer

To eliminate prior knowledge advantages

Answer

A fictional language ensures all test-takers start with equal, zero prior knowledge of the number words.

Question 5

'Voss' = 6 and 'lum' = 9. If numbers follow a consistent additive compound pattern, what might 'voss-lum' represent?

Accepted Answer

15

Answer

Additive compounding means 'voss-lum' = 6 + 9 = 15.

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