ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 785134 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.23
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1 The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums.
86% Answer Correctly
limited
benefactor
sociable
fragile

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

2 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
corrosive
turmoil
corrective
obdurate

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 corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

3 Polarize most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
inauspicious
divide
aerate
turmoil

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 turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

4 Incumbent most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
recrimination
pretense
unscrupulous
oblilgatory

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

5 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
melee
combative
fastidious
gargantuan

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."