What is the maximum raw score for DSb?

The maximum raw score for the Digit Span backward (DSb) subtest in the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children - Fifth Edition (WISC-V) is indeed 18 points. In this subtest, participants are asked to repeat a sequence of digits backward, which tests their working memory and attention.

Each correct response to a sequence of digits earns points, with the sequences increasing in length and complexity. The scoring for this subtest allows for a maximum of 18 points when a participant successfully completes all the sequences presented. This reflects the subtest's design, which assesses how well children can manipulate information in their minds, a crucial aspect of cognitive functioning.

This scoring structure is standardized for the WISC-V to ensure consistency and reliability in measuring children's cognitive abilities, particularly as they pertain to working memory.