ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 249815 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.10
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1 Derivative most nearly means:
38% Answer Correctly
inauspicious
implausible
banal
discern

Solution
The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

2 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
commemorate
medium
derelict
avian

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

3 Surplus most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
combustion
scamper
solace
surfeit

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for combustion is "act of burning.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

4 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
deceit
punctual
scapegoat
conduit

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."

5 Accommodate most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
antidote
oblige
ethical
egotist

Solution
The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."