ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 133161 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.62
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1 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
comparable
neutralize
retroactive
straddle

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

2 Supple most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
pliant
combative
compulsion
mediate

Solution
The definition for supple is "Flexible." Used in a sentence: The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

3 Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots.
81% Answer Correctly
euphoria
mandate
pretense
urge

Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

4 Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
avian
command
promote
egotist

Solution
The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

5 Ramble most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
defiant
placebo
awe
roam

Solution
The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."