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What is the purpose of an examination or test?
What is the purpose of an examination or test?
- To measure a test-taker's knowledge, skill, aptitude, or physical fitness (correct)
- To increase the stress levels of the test-taker
- To discourage the test-taker from pursuing education
- To provide entertainment for the test-taker
What are the various formats in which a test can be administered?
What are the various formats in which a test can be administered?
- Only verbally and on paper
- Verbally, on paper, on a computer, or in a predetermined area (correct)
- Only on paper and in a predetermined area
- Only on a computer and in a predetermined area
What determines the format and difficulty of a test?
What determines the format and difficulty of a test?
- Distance traveled by the test-taker to reach the testing location
- Weather conditions on the day of the test
- Color of the test paper and font style
- Educational philosophy of the instructor, subject matter, and policy of the educational institution (correct)
What is the outcome of formal testing?
What is the outcome of formal testing?
Who may develop and administer a test?
Who may develop and administer a test?