ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 972868 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
Score 0% 68%

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1 The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language.
88% Answer Correctly
approachable
incisive
extant
untenable

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

2 The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers.
73% Answer Correctly
corrosive
fraud
induce
corrupt

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 corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

3 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
prevent
incidental
plaudits
lenient

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters.
61% Answer Correctly
impartial
exalt
unscrupulous
celebrated

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

5 Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
43% Answer Correctly
waffle
parity
penurious
impenitent

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 penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."