Which activity is involved in the Coding subtest?

The Coding subtest of the WISC-V involves the task of using a key to match symbols to shapes. In this subtest, children are typically presented with a set of symbols that represent numbers or letters, and they must refer to a coding key to correctly match these symbols to their corresponding figures within a specified time limit. This assesses their processing speed and visual-motor coordination, as well as their ability to follow structure and organizational patterns.

The nature of the task requires not only attention to detail but also the ability to quickly access and utilize knowledge from the coding key, which can be indicative of a child's cognitive processing capabilities. This is fundamentally different from simply indicating the presence of symbols, copying from memory, or defining words, which involve different cognitive skills and areas of intelligence.