Improving Test Items with Item Analysis

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What is the formula to calculate the difficulty index?

  • DF = n / N (correct)
  • DF = n + N
  • DF = N - n
  • DF = N / n

What is the interpretation of a difficulty index of 0.35 or 35%?

  • The item is difficult and only 35% of the students got it correct (correct)
  • The item is easy and most students got it correct
  • The item is difficult and only a few students got it correct
  • The item is moderate and half of the students got it correct

What is the purpose of calculating the discrimination index?

  • To determine the difficulty of the item
  • To identify the distractors in the item
  • To determine the total number of students who took the test
  • To determine the effectiveness of the item in distinguishing between students who are knowledgeable and those who are not (correct)

What is the recommendation for the test item based on the analysis of the level of difficulty, discrimination, and distractors?

<p>Retain the test item but change option D to make it more realistic (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum percentage of examinees that should choose the incorrect option for it to be considered effective?

<p>5% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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