ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 708328 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.07
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1 Periodic most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
repeated
turmoil
mandate
appraise

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

2 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
eulogy
deceit
advantageous
incumbent

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

3 Derelict most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
trove
periodic
illuminate
destitute

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

4 Surplus most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
gargantuan
fickle
periodic

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 periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

5 Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
43% Answer Correctly
insolence
extenuating
indecorous
waffle

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."