WS

Aliases

• WS
• whole blot with white space
• global with S

Definition

WS is used when the response uses the whole blot and also integrates white space as part of the percept. It is a W response modified by meaningful white-space use.

Conditions

• The whole blot is used.
• White space plays a real role in the percept.
• The white-space use is confirmed in inquiry rather than assumed from wording alone.

Cautions

• WS is not the same as W plus a vague mention of background. White space must be structurally involved.
• If only a common detail plus white space is used, code scoring-input/location/DS.
• If only an uncommon detail plus white space is used, code scoring-input/location/DdS.

Cross References

• [Coding/Location] W
• [Coding/Location] DS
• [Coding/Location] DdS
• [Interpretation/Upper Section] W
• [Interpretation/Upper Section] S