Coding

When should the examiner discontinue the Coding subtest?

• After the child completes all the rows within 120 seconds.
• After the child completes all the rows, regardless of time.
• After 120 seconds, regardless of whether the child has completed all the rows.
• After the child completes all the rows or after 120 seconds, whichever comes first.

What should the examiner do if the child asks what to do in case of a mistake during the Coding subtest?

• Encourage the child to erase any mistakes and try again.
• Provide an eraser to the child to correct any mistakes.
• Reassure the child to keep working and not worry about mistakes.
• Tell the child to keep working as fast as possible and not worry about mistakes.

How should the examiner assist a child who omits an item or begins to complete a row in reverse order during the Coding subtest?

• Point to the next item and remind the child to complete it next.
• Provide the correct responses for the omitted items.
• Skip the omitted item and proceed to the next row.
• Discontinue the subtest and provide corrective feedback to the child.

What action does the examiner take if the child makes a mistake during the sample items?

• Let the child continue without correction
• Correct the mistake immediately and use the item to review the use of the key
• Skip the item and proceed to the next one
• Offer hints to guide the child's response

How does the examiner determine when to proceed to the actual test items in Coding B?

• When the child understands the task and completes the sample items correctly
• No need to determine. Administer the test items regardless of child's understanding of sample items.
• When the child says, "He/She is ready".
• When the child's body language reflects confidence and understanding of the task

What instructions does the examiner give to the child before starting the actual test items in Coding?

• Say, "When I say Go, do these the same way. Start here, go in order, and don't skip any. Work as fast as you can without making mistakes until I tell you to stop. Are you ready?"
• Say, "Take your time to carefully complete each box."
• Say, "Ask for help if you are unsure of what to do."
• Say, "Try to complete as many items as possible within 120 seconds."

When does the examiner stop the child's work on the test items in Coding?

• When the child completes all the boxes
• After 120 seconds have elapsed
• When the child completes the first page
• When the child completes the sample items