ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 829702 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
Score 0% 71%

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1 Parity most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
sameness
polarize
drub
flourish

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 polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

2 Composed most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
serene
aerate
grandiose
antidote

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

3 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
77% Answer Correctly
excuse
scapegoat
interminable
advantageous

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."

4 The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers.
73% Answer Correctly
corrupt
comprehensible
methodical
egotist

Solution
The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

5 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
ethical
promote
deferment
collection

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."