ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 658810 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.11
Score 0% 62%

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1 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
destitute
proximity
flaunt
rehash

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

2 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
extant
obdurate
accommodate
fraud

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."

3 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
accentuate
trim
prune
periodic

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

4 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
preclude
handicap
elate
proximity

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

5 Dubious most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
demeanor
revoke
preclude
suspect

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."