Wechsler FSIQ and Index Score Interpretation Flashcards
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A child earns a FSIQ of 130 on the WISC-V. Which classification does this fall into?
Answer: Very High (Extremely High)
A FSIQ of 130 and above is classified as Very High (Extremely High) on the WISC-V.
The Verbal Comprehension Index (VCI) primarily measures which ability?
Answer: Acquired verbal knowledge and reasoning
The VCI reflects crystallized verbal knowledge, concept formation, and verbal reasoning.
Which index is MOST sensitive to attention, concentration, and freedom from distractibility?
Answer: Working Memory Index
The Working Memory Index taps attention, concentration, and mental manipulation of information.
On the WAIS-IV, the General Ability Index (GAI) is composed of which two indexes?
Answer: Verbal Comprehension and Perceptual Reasoning
The GAI is derived from the Verbal Comprehension and Perceptual Reasoning indexes only.
An examinee has a VCI of 122 and a Processing Speed Index of 84. What does this large discrepancy most likely indicate?
Answer: A significant relative weakness in processing speed
A 38-point gap signals a meaningful relative weakness in processing speed despite strong verbal skills.
What is the mean and standard deviation of Wechsler index and FSIQ scores?
Answer: Mean 100, SD 15
All Wechsler composite scores use a mean of 100 and a standard deviation of 15.
When index scores vary widely, why might the FSIQ be considered a less meaningful summary?
Answer: Because scatter shows uneven abilities the single number obscures
Large index scatter means the FSIQ averages dissimilar abilities, masking real strengths and weaknesses.