ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 560442 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
exasperation
plaudits
mediate
divide

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 mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

2 Raucous most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
rowdy
ethical
compulsion
scamper

Solution
The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

3 Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake.
68% Answer Correctly
implement
sameness
mundane
raucous

Solution
The definition for parity is "Equality." Used in a sentence: Hilda, to avoid squabbles, aimed for parity in the slices of birthday cake. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

4 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
raucous
prevent
brandish
onset

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

5 Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult.
57% Answer Correctly
equitable
heed
incisive
judicious

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 incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."