PIP MCQ 4

Question 1

Which of the following is a Mobility component activity assessed under PIP?

Accepted Answer

Planning and following journeys

Answer

PIP Mobility assesses two activities: 'Planning and following journeys' and 'Moving around'.

Question 2

A claimant cannot dress or undress their lower body without assistance. Which descriptor best applies?

Accepted Answer

Needs assistance to be able to dress or undress lower body only

Answer

The descriptor 'needs assistance to dress or undress their lower body' specifically covers this scenario and scores 2 points.

Question 3

How far must someone be unable to walk (stand and then move) to qualify for the enhanced Mobility component on physical grounds?

Accepted Answer

More than 1 metre

Answer

Being unable to stand and then move more than 1 metre scores 12 points, qualifying for the enhanced Mobility rate.

Question 4

Which benefit replaced Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for working-age adults?

Accepted Answer

Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

Answer

PIP replaced DLA for people aged 16 to State Pension age, with migration beginning in 2013.

Question 5

A claimant who can manage a simple medication regime unaided but needs supervision for a complex one scores how many points under 'Managing therapy or monitoring a health condition'?

Accepted Answer

0 points

Answer

Managing a simple medication regime unaided scores 0 points; higher scores require assistance or supervision with more complex needs.

PIP - Personal Independence Payment Practice Test

PIP - Personal Independence Payment Practice Test

PIP MCQ 4