Geraldine Has Completed an IQ Test

question 14

Multiple Choice

Geraldine has completed an IQ test. In reviewing the test results, the psychologist observes that the patient's Verbal Comprehension Index (VCI) is significantly lower than her Perceptual Reasoning Index (PRI) . Given this information, which of the following tests has the psychologist administered to Geraldine?

• A) Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale
• B) Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-IV
• C) Luria-Nebraska Intelligence Test
• D) Simon Intelligence Test for Adults

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