[Coding/Special Scores] INCOM1

Aliases

INCOM1
incongruous combination level 1
mild incongruous combination

Definition

INCOM1 is a level 1 Special Score for incongruous combinations within a single response.
It is used when joined elements do not fit well together, but the oddity does not yet reach the more severe level of INCOM2.

Conditions

Consider INCOM1 when two parts, qualities, or functions are combined incongruously within the same object or scene.
The combination has to sound improper or poorly matched, not just uncommon.
If the response is odd but can still be followed with some logic, INCOM1 is often more appropriate than INCOM2.
When the incongruity is limited to an isolated word or an odd verbal phrase, first review whether DV1 or DV2 fits better.

Cautions

INCOM1 is not assigned just because a response is creative, fantastic, or unusual.
If the main problem is an impossible relation between parts of the response, but with a more distorted organization, review FABCOM1.
If two incompatible realities are fused into one contaminated percept, review CONTAM.
If there is doubt between level 1 and level 2, use INCOM1 conservatively and reserve INCOM2 for the more severe incongruity.

Cross References

[Coding/Special Scores] Special Scores
[Coding/Special Scores] INCOM2
[Coding/Special Scores] FABCOM1
[Coding/Special Scores] CONTAM
[Interpretation/Ideation] Sum6
[Interpretation/Ideation] WSum6

Evidence Note

Detailed source comparisons remain in the internal provenance note.