The method of scoring the WISC-V reflects the understanding that intelligence is comprised of multiple abilities in several cognitive realms. It focuses on the mental processes that the child used to arrive at their answers to each test item.

Google

The WISC-V is composed of 14 subtests, which comprise five indices, which then render a Full Scale IQ score.

Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V)

Spielman, R. M., Jenkins, W. J., & Lovett, M. D. (2020, April 22). Psychology (2nd ed.). OpenStax. https://openstax.org/books/psychology-2e/pages/1-introduction

OpenStax Psychology (2nd ed.) Textbook

The WISC-V is composed of five indices: Verbal Comprehension, Visual Spatial, Fluid Reasoning, Working Memory, and Processing Speed. Individuals receive a score for each of these five indices.

WISC-V Indices

When the WISC-V is complete, individuals receive a Full Scale IQ score in addition to a score for each of the five indices.

Learn Before

Related