MoCA MoCA Digit Span (Forward and Backward) 2

Question 1

In the MoCA (version 7.1), how many digits are in the forward digit span sequence?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

The forward sequence in version 7.1 is five digits (2-1-8-5-4).

Question 2

How many digits does the backward digit span sequence contain on the MoCA?

Accepted Answer

3

Answer

The backward task uses a three-digit sequence (7-4-2 in version 7.1).

Question 3

At what rate should the examiner read the digits aloud?

Accepted Answer

One digit per second

Answer

MoCA instructions specify reading the digits at a rate of one per second.

Question 4

What is the maximum number of points available for the combined forward and backward digit span items?

Accepted Answer

2

Answer

Each sequence is worth 1 point, for a total of 2 points.

Question 5

In version 7.1, the backward sequence read is 7-4-2. What response earns the point?

Accepted Answer

2-4-7

Answer

The patient must repeat the digits in exact reverse order: 2-4-7.

(MoCA) Montreal Cognitive Assessment Practice Test