ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 893734 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.03
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1 Surplus most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
untenable
surfeit
immoderate
futile

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 untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

2 The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy.
71% Answer Correctly
crafty
implausible
solace
conduit

Solution
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

3 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
obdurate
pretense
comprehensible
gruff

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 gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

4 Polarize most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
beneficial
methodical
divide
benevolent

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 beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

5 Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies.
56% Answer Correctly
redouble
foil
dupe
adversary

Solution
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."