Question 1

When the Wechsler intelligence test scores are interpreted,which of the following best represents the sequence in which particular scores should be considered?

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The Full-scale IQ score is the most important score, followed by the index scores, and then the subtest scores.

Question 2

What is the difference between intelligence and achievement?

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Question 3

The _____ is a brief neuropsychological screening device that involves copying a single geometric figure with pencils of different colors,as well as a memory component in which clients are asked to reproduce the figure from memory after a delay.

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The Rey-Osterrieth Complex Figure Test involves copying a complex geometric figure and later reproducing it from memory, assessing visuospatial abilities and memory.

Question 4

Honore receives psychological testing.Although her intelligence falls in the low average range,a discrepancy is still identified between her achievement and intelligence test scores (such that achievement falls significantly below expectations based on intelligence).This discrepancy will likely be the basis for a diagnosis of _____.

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The discrepancy between Honore's achievement and intelligence test scores indicates she may have a specific learning disorder, which is characterized by difficulties in reading, writing, or math that cannot be explained by intellectual disability or other factors. The low average range of intelligence suggests that Honore does not have giftedness, and there is no indication in the scenario of premenstrual dysphoric disorder or intellectual disability.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the WIAT?

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The Oral Language Composite score is actually derived from the Listening Comprehension and Oral Expression subtests, not the Pseudoword Decoding and Numerical Operations subtests.

Question 6

The _____ is a thorough and lengthy battery of eight standardized neuropsychological tests.

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The Halstead-Reitan Neuropsychological Battery is a well-known and comprehensive battery of eight standardized neuropsychological tests. The other options listed are different types of assessments, but not as comprehensive or specifically focused on neuropsychological functioning.

Question 7

The _____ is a brief neuropsychological screening device that involves copying geometric shapes with pencil and paper,takes only about 6 minutes to administer,and is appropriate for any client above 3 years of age.

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The Bender-Gestalt II is a brief neuropsychological screening device that involves copying geometric shapes with pencil and paper, takes only about 6 minutes to administer, and is appropriate for any client above 3 years of age. The Halstead-Reitan Neuropsychological Battery and Luria-Nebraska Neuropsychological Battery are more comprehensive neuropsychological assessment batteries, and the Universal Nonverbal Intelligence Test is a measure of cognitive abilities.

Question 8

What are the three Wechsler intelligence tests?

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Question 9

The _____ is a memory test that can be used to assess individuals who are suspected to have memory problems due to brain injury,dementia,or substance abuse.

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The WMS-IV (Wechsler Memory Scale, 4th edition) is specifically designed to assess memory in individuals who may have deficits due to brain injury, dementia, or substance abuse. The other tests listed are not specifically focused on memory assessment.

Question 10

Who created the three-stratum theory of intelligence?

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Question 11

How are fluid and crystallized intelligence different from each other?

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Question 12

The RBANS is

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The RBANS (Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status) is a neuropsychological screener that assesses a broad range of abilities, including language, attention, visual-spatial processing, and memory. It is not an IQ test for preschool-aged children or an achievement test, and although language is a component, it is not completely language-free.

Question 13

Dr.Young,a clinical psychologist,is conducting an assessment of a client who experienced a head injury in a car accident.She uses the Halstead-Reitan battery to determine impairment of the functioning of specific components or structures of the brain.Dr.Young is conducting _____ testing.

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The Halstead-Reitan battery is a neuropsychological testing battery used to assess brain function after a head injury. Therefore, Dr. Young is conducting neuropsychological testing.

Question 14

Compare and contrast the theories of intelligence proposed by Charles Spearman and Louis Thurstone.

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Question 15

The WIAT is

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The WIAT (Wechsler Individual Achievement Test) is an individually administered test that assesses language, reading, writing, and mathematics achievement. It is commonly used to diagnose learning disabilities, to determine appropriate educational placement, and to evaluate the effectiveness of educational interventions.

Question 16

Briefly describe the types of scores yielded by the Wechsler intelligence tests.What kind of model of intelligence do these scores endorse?

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Question 17

Who created the concept of "g"?

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Question 18

Aside from the Wechsler series of intelligence tests,what is the other major intelligence test?

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Question 19

The _____ is a lengthy battery of eight standardized neuropsychological tests used to identify people with brain damage.

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Question 20

What is the most commonly used neuropsychological screening measure among clinical psychologists?

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Quiz 9: Intellectual and Neuropsychological Assessment