What Is the Purpose of the Reversal Items on the WAIS-IV

question 15

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the reversal items on the WAIS-IV?

• A) They assess examinees' ability to "undo" various mathematical operations in their heads.
• B) They assess the speed with which examinees are able to break physical objects down into their component parts.
• C) both of the above
• D) They reduce the number of items examinees must complete that are well below their ability levels.

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