ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 458790 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.51
Score 0% 70%

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1 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
74% Answer Correctly
placebo
meticulous
seriousness
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

2 Anthology most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
collection
immoderate
condone
meticulous

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

3 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
repentant
induce
combative
fastidious

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

4 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
compulsion
verify
punctual
moderate

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

5 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
sociable
nurture
illuminate

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 illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."