What adjustment is made for individuals with low education levels on the MoCA score?

For individuals with low education levels, a 1-point addition to their MoCA score is made to account for potential disadvantages in cognitive testing that may arise from lower educational backgrounds. This adjustment helps to provide a more equitable assessment of cognitive function, allowing for a fairer interpretation of their capabilities without the confounding factor of limited formal education affecting their score. By recognizing that a lower education level may influence performance on various cognitive tasks, the 1-point addition serves to enhance the accuracy of the MoCA assessment results for these individuals.