ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 530220 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.37
Score 0% 67%

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1 Comparable most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
akin
apathetic
diffident
anthology

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 diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."

2 The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
71% Answer Correctly
egotist
belated
redouble
detect

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 redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

3 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
67% Answer Correctly
servile
rhapsody
divide
incisive

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

4 there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health.
84% Answer Correctly
advantageous
demeanor
awe
indecorous

Solution
The definition for beneficial is "Helpful." Used in a sentence: there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

5 Derelict most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
destitute
incumbent
pretentious

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."