A: Yes – use Matrix Reasoning as the primary PRI subtest. Do not score Block Design if motor impairment affects performance.
High scores indicate strong non-verbal reasoning, good spatial visualization, and efficient fine motor coordination. These individuals often excel in tasks requiring synthesis of part-to-whole relationships. It suggests integrity of right hemisphere functioning (specifically parietal lobes) and general intellectual strength. block design wais iv
| Items | Description | Time limit | Max score | |-------|-------------|------------|------------| | 1–2 | Simple 2‑block designs (model) | 30 sec | 2 (pass/fail) | | 3–6 | 4‑block designs (model or picture) | 60 sec | 4 (time bonus) | | 7–10 | 9‑block designs (picture only) | 90 sec | 4 (time bonus) | | 11–14 | 9‑block designs (picture only, complex) | 120 sec | 4 (time bonus) | A: Yes – use Matrix Reasoning as the primary PRI subtest