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Digit Symbol

Digit Symbol

a performance subtest in the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale that measures the time taken to indicate digits associated with abstract symbols using a substitution key. It is a measure of fluid abilities (see Cattell–Horn theory of intelligence) and performance and is negatively correlated with adult age. Also called Digit Symbol Substitution.

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