Matrix Reasoning

What is the purpose of administering Samples A-C in the Matrix Reasoning subtest?

• To provide practice and assistance to the child
• To evaluate the child's ability to understand the instructions
• To determine the child's IQ level
• To assess the child's creativity

When should the examiner discontinue the Matrix Reasoning subtest?

• After 4 consecutive scores of 0 after sample items.
• After 4 consecutive scores of 0 including sample items.
• After 5 consecutive scores of 0 after sample items.
• After 5 consecutive scores of 0 including sample items.

How should the child indicate his or her choice in the Matrix Reasoning subtest?

• By either naming the picture, pointing to the picture, or saying the number of the correct picture
• By ONLY naming the picture
• By drawing the missing portion on the piece of paper
• By pointing to the box with the question mark

What should the examiner do if the child gives more than one answer in the Matrix Reasoning subtest?

• Remind the child that there is only one correct answer to each problem
• Accept both answers and score the correct answer only
• Provide feedback on each answer given
• Accept both answers and score the incorrect answer only

How many scores of 0 should the child obtain consecutively to discontinue the Matrix Reasoning subtest?

• 4
• 3
• 5
• 2

How should the examiner position the Stimulus Book during Sample A administration in the Matrix Reasoning subtest?

• Place the coil-bound edge of the closed Stimulus Book toward the child
• Place the open Stimulus Book flat on the table
• Hold the Stimulus Book vertically and show it to the child
• Place the Stimulus Book upside down on the table

What should the examiner do if the child selects an incorrect response during administration of Sample Items in the Matrix Reasoning subtest?

• Explain why the selected response is incorrect and point out the correct response with explanation
• Accept the child's response and proceed to the next sample item
• Prompt the child to choose another response option from the grid
• Readminister the same sample item

How should the examiner introduce Sample Items in the Matrix Reasoning subtest?

• Turn to Sample Item and ask, "Which one here goes here?"
• Say, "Let's look at these pictures. Which of these butterflies goes here?"
• Say, "Here are some boxes. Choose the one that fits here."
• Say, "Pick the box that belongs in this space."