ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 239346 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.59
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1 Discern most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
detect
pomp
periodic
epistolary

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

2 Apathetic most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
meticulous
unscrupulous
periodic
impassive

Solution
The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

3 The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy.
62% Answer Correctly
exalt
remedial
clairvoyance
genial

Solution
The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."

4 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
rule
hedonism
raucous
placebo

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

5 Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush.
82% Answer Correctly
igniting
clairvoyance
benefactor
stifle

Solution
The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."