ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 818600 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.46
Score 0% 69%

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1 Dubious most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
benefactor
opportune
suspect
defiant

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 opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

2 Ethical most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
extenuating
indecorous
honorable
induce

Solution
The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

3 The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant.
55% Answer Correctly
embellish
pomp
objectionable
aerate

Solution
The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

4 After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage.
84% Answer Correctly
rescue
demeanor
extant
incidental

Solution
The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

5 The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale.
58% Answer Correctly
eulogy
induce
archaic
sparing

Solution
The definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap." Used in a sentence: The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."