WJ-IV Achievement Areas: Mathematics

Question 1

Mathematics:

Answer 1

(2) Applied Problems

(5) Calculation

Question 2

Broad Mathematics:

Answer 2

(2) Applied Problems
(5) Calculation
(10) Math Facts Fluency

Question 3

Math Calculation Skills

Answer 3

(5) Calculation

(10) Math Facts Fluency

Question 4

Math Problem Solving

Answer 4

(2) Applied Problems

(13) Number Matrices

Question 5

Mathematics: (5) Calculation

Answer 5

Subtest: requires the child to perform a variety of
calculations ranging from simple addition to
complex calculus.
- measures the ability to perform mathematical computations that are fundamental to more complex math reasoning and problem-solving.
- High performance: fluency with calculation is more fundamental as math becomes more complex

Question 6

Mathematics: (2) Applied Problems

Answer 6

Subtest: Requires a child to analyze and solve practical
math problems.
- Measures quantitative reasoning, math
achievement, and math knowledge.
- Low performance: will likely be related to limits in
mathematical knowledge; poor fluid reasoning skills, limited math skills, or comprehension difficulties

Question 7

Mathematics: (10) Math Facts Fluency

Answer 7

Subtest: Requires rapid calculation of single-digit
addition, subtraction, and multiplication facts.
Low performance may result from: Limited basic math skills; Lack of automaticity; Limited attention; Slow processing speed (Gs)

Question 8

Mathematics: (13) Number Matrices

Answer 8

Subtest: requires the ability to analyze the relationship among numbers and identify the missing number.
- Measures quantitative reasoning.

Question 9

Math Clusters in Standard Battery:

Answer 9

Mathematics
Broad Mathematics
Math Calculation Skills

Question 10

Math Clusters Requiring Tests from Extended Battery:

Answer 10

Math Problem Solving