WIAT Administration and Scoring Procedures 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of establishing a 'basal' on WIAT-4 subtests that use reverse rules?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the student receives credit for items below the starting point assumed to be correct

Answer

The basal ensures examinees receive full credit for easier items below the entry point, reflecting the assumption they would have answered them correctly.

Question 2

On the WIAT-4, which standard score scale is used for all composite and subtest scores?

Accepted Answer

Mean 100, SD 15

Answer

WIAT-4 standard scores use a metric with a mean of 100 and standard deviation of 15, consistent with most cognitive and achievement batteries.

Question 3

Which WIAT-4 administration guideline applies when a student gives a two-part answer where one part is correct and one is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

Score as incorrect unless the manual specifies otherwise

Answer

When a student gives a correct and an incorrect part, the response is generally scored 0 unless the scoring guide explicitly allows partial credit.

Question 4

How should an examiner handle a student who begins writing before the examiner finishes reading the Spelling dictation sentence?

Accepted Answer

Stop the student and re-read the entire sentence

Answer

The examiner should stop the student and re-read the complete dictation sentence to ensure standardized administration.

Question 5

What does the WIAT-4 'Score Now, Clarify Later' approach refer to?

Accepted Answer

Recording responses verbatim and scoring after administration is complete

Answer

Recording responses verbatim during testing allows the examiner to focus on administration, then apply scoring criteria accurately afterward.

(WIAT) Wechsler Individual Achievement Test Practice Test

(WIAT) Wechsler Individual Achievement Test Practice Test

WIAT Administration and Scoring Procedures 3