Mini-Cog consists of which two components?

• A. 3 word recall and clock drawing
• B. 5 word recall and maze
• C. Letter fluency and category fluency
• D. Digit span and symbol search

Answer: (A)

The Mini-Cog quickly screens for cognitive changes by combining two tasks that tap different brain functions: a short-term memory test and a visuospatial/executive function task. Specifically, it uses a three-word recall to assess encoding and retrieval of new information, and a clock-drawing task to evaluate visuospatial abilities and planning. Together, these two components provide a fast, practical snapshot of cognitive health in a primary care setting. The other listed pairings aren’t part of the Mini-Cog, as they come from different cognitive assessments (word fluency, maze, digit span, or symbol search) and don’t represent this instrument.