Wechsler Verbal Comprehension Subtests Flashcards
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Which Verbal Comprehension subtest asks the examinee to explain how two words or concepts are alike?
Answer: Similarities
Similarities measures abstract verbal reasoning by asking how two things are alike.
On the Vocabulary subtest, what is the examinee primarily asked to do?
Answer: Define the meaning of presented words
Vocabulary requires the examinee to define words, tapping word knowledge and expression.
The Information subtest measures which of the following?
Answer: General factual knowledge acquired from environment and education
Information assesses a person's fund of general knowledge about common events and facts.
Which subtest asks questions like 'Why do people need laws?' to assess practical reasoning?
Answer: Comprehension
Comprehension evaluates social judgment and understanding of everyday rules and situations.
In the WAIS-IV, which two subtests are the core (mandatory) contributors to the Verbal Comprehension Index?
Answer: Similarities, Vocabulary, and Information
Similarities, Vocabulary, and Information are the three core VCI subtests in WAIS-IV.
Comprehension is classified as which type of subtest on the WAIS-IV Verbal Comprehension Index?
Answer: A supplemental subtest
Comprehension is a supplemental VCI subtest, not one of the three core subtests.
A high Verbal Comprehension Index score most directly reflects strength in what area?
Answer: Verbal reasoning, word knowledge, and concept formation
The VCI captures acquired verbal knowledge and verbal reasoning ability.