MLAT Aural Number Learning 5 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: You learn 'sav' = 7, 'hon' = 4, 'sav-sav' = 14. What does 'hon-sav' most likely equal?
- 11 (Correct answer)
- 47
- 28
- 3
Correct answer: 11
Additive pattern: 4 + 7 = 11.
Question 2: A student finds it easy to remember 'grop' = 9 after hearing it once. This quick single-trial learning suggests strong:
- Declarative semantic memory
- Fast-mapping auditory associative ability (Correct answer)
- Phonological output buffer
- Visual imagery encoding
Correct answer: Fast-mapping auditory associative ability
Single-trial retention of a novel sound-meaning pair is a hallmark of strong fast-mapping ability.
Question 3: In the test, numbers are sometimes presented in a random order rather than sequentially (1, 2, 3…). This randomization prevents:
- Cultural bias
- Correct sequencing from helping recall (Correct answer)
- Listening fatigue
- Time-limit advantages
Correct answer: Correct sequencing from helping recall
Random ordering ensures test-takers cannot use sequential position as a cue instead of the actual sound.
Question 4: 'Durl' = 20 and 'pex' = 4. You hear 'durl plus pex plus pex.' What is the result?
- 24
- 28 (Correct answer)
- 32
- 80
Correct answer: 28
20 + 4 + 4 = 28.
Question 5: Research on the MLAT shows that Aural Number Learning scores are relatively stable over time. This suggests the skill is:
- Entirely dependent on prior foreign language study
- A trait-like aptitude rather than a purely learned skill (Correct answer)
- Easily improved with two weeks of training
- Unrelated to language learning success
Correct answer: A trait-like aptitude rather than a purely learned skill
Stability over time indicates an underlying aptitude trait rather than a skill that fluctuates with short-term practice.
Question 6: You hear: 'nef' = 1, 'bav' = 10, 'bav-nef' = 11. Based on this, what does 'bav-bav' most likely represent?
- 100
- 20 (Correct answer)
- 2
- 11
Correct answer: 20
Following additive logic: 10 + 10 = 20.
Question 7: A test-taker who excels at Aural Number Learning is predicted to especially benefit from which classroom approach?
- Grammar-translation method with heavy reading
- Auditory communicative methods with lots of spoken input (Correct answer)
- Purely written exercises and drills
- Visual flashcard vocabulary study
Correct answer: Auditory communicative methods with lots of spoken input
Strong aural associative learners gain the most from instruction that emphasizes spoken input and listening practice.
MLAT Aural Number Learning 5
You learn 'sav' = 7, 'hon' = 4, 'sav-sav' = 14.
What does 'hon-sav' most likely equal?