ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 408912 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.83
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1 Prudent most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
straddle
judicious
curtail
repel

Solution
The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

2 The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account.
49% Answer Correctly
glaring
appalling
clairvoyance
turmoil

Solution
The definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive." Used in a sentence: The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

3 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
conduit
comfort
eulogy
incumbent

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

4 Repentant most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
derivative
contrite
dubious
benevolent

Solution
The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

5 The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher.
59% Answer Correctly
camaraderie
methodical
flourish
raucous

Solution
The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."