Which One of the Following Statements Best Reflects the Textbook's

question 140

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements best reflects the textbook's recommendation with regard to assigning criterion-referenced or norm-referenced grades?

• A)Assign criterion-referenced grades at all grade levels to the extent that such is possible.
• B)Assign norm-referenced grades at all grade levels to the extent that such is possible.
• C)Assign criterion-referenced grades at the elementary level, but assign norm- referenced grades at the high school level.
• D)Assign criterion-referenced grades in the lower elementary grades and in all low- ability classes; assign norm-referenced grades in high-ability classes in the middle school and high school grades.

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