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  1. A Full Scale IQ of 100 corresponds to which percentile rank?

    Answer: 50th

    An IQ of 100 equals the mean, placing the examinee at the 50th percentile.

  2. Which Wechsler index is most associated with sustained attention and mental manipulation of information?

    Answer: Working Memory Index

    The Working Memory Index assesses attention, concentration, and mental manipulation.

  3. A scaled score of 7 on a subtest indicates performance that is approximately how far from the mean?

    Answer: One SD below the mean

    With a subtest mean of 10 and SD of 3, a score of 7 is one standard deviation below the mean.

  4. When writing a psychological report, which section typically states the purpose of the assessment?

    Answer: Reason for referral

    The Reason for Referral section establishes why the evaluation was requested.

  5. An examinee shows a strong Verbal Comprehension Index but a weak Processing Speed Index. How should this be framed?

    Answer: As a relative strength and weakness pattern

    Differing index scores describe relative strengths and weaknesses within the individual's profile.

  6. What is the recommended approach when a behavioral observation suggests anxiety affected test performance?

    Answer: Note it as a factor potentially lowering scores

    Examiners should document conditions like anxiety that may have suppressed performance and interpret scores accordingly.

  7. Which classification corresponds to a Full Scale IQ in the 80–89 range on the WAIS-IV?

    Answer: Low Average

    Scores from 80 to 89 fall within the Low Average classification range.