WAIS Perceptual Reasoning Index (PRI) 5

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the discontinue rule for Matrix Reasoning on the WAIS-IV?

Accepted Answer

Discontinue after 4 consecutive scores of 0

Answer

The standard discontinue rule for Matrix Reasoning is to stop after 4 consecutive items scored 0, indicating the ceiling has been reached.

Question 2

How does the WAIS-IV PRI handle scoring when an examinee refuses to attempt one of the three core subtests?

Accepted Answer

A valid PRI cannot be derived; an optional subtest may be substituted under specified guidelines

Answer

If a core subtest cannot be scored, the examiner may substitute an appropriate supplemental subtest (e.g., Figure Weights, Picture Completion) per WAIS-IV guidelines to yield a valid composite.

Question 3

An examinee earns a PRI of 112. According to WAIS-IV classification descriptors, this score falls in which range?

Accepted Answer

High Average

Answer

WAIS-IV classification places scores of 110–119 in the High Average range, distinguishing them from the Average range (90–109) and Superior range (120–129).

Question 4

During Visual Puzzles, the examinee is shown a completed puzzle design and then must select:

Accepted Answer

Exactly three response pieces from a set of six that together reconstruct the design

Answer

Visual Puzzles presents a target design and six puzzle pieces; the examinee identifies exactly three pieces that, if assembled, would recreate the complete image.

Question 5

Which statement most accurately reflects the relationship between PRI and academic achievement in research literature?

Accepted Answer

PRI predicts mathematics achievement better than reading, due to its spatial and quantitative reasoning demands

Answer

Spatial and nonverbal reasoning abilities captured by the PRI are more strongly linked to mathematical performance than to reading achievement.

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WAIS Perceptual Reasoning Index (PRI) 5