The Wide Range Assessment of Memory and Learning, Second Edition (WRAML2) is a standardized test

Standardized test

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 that measures an individual's memory

Memory

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 functioning]]. It evaluates both immediate and delayed memory ability

Ability

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 along with the acquisition of new learning

Learning

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. The WRAML2 is normed for individuals ages 5–90 years.

The WRAML2 is composed of two verbal

Language

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, two visual, and two attention

Attention

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-concentration

Concentration

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 subtests

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, yielding a Verbal Memory Index

Index (mathematics)

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, a Visual Memory Index, and an Attention-Concentration Index. Together, these subtests yield the General Memory Index. The Working Memory

Working memory

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 Index consists of the Symbolic Working Memory and Verbal Working Memory subtests. In addition, there are four recognition subtests.

The WRAML2 is published by and available from Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc.. A scoring program also is available.