ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 363463 Results

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1 Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert.
54% Answer Correctly
compulsion
belated
precept
akin

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

2 Buffer most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
cushion
raspy
buffoonery
euphoria

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

3 Elusive most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
distortion
stern
penurious
evasive

Solution
The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

4 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
promote
clairvoyance
authoritarian
disposition

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

5 Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies.
56% Answer Correctly
rail
dupe
flaw
recrimination

Solution
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."