The Use of Alternatives to Multiple-Choice Questions on Achievement Tests

question 6

Multiple Choice

The use of alternatives to multiple-choice questions on achievement tests will most likely

• A) contribute to the expense and difficulty of testing
• B) lead to decreased levels of reliability
• C) lead to increased levels of reliability
• D) both a and b

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Definitions:

Text Messages

Written electronic messages sent over a phone or computer network, typically consisting of short messages between two or more parties.

Noise

Unwanted sound, or a distraction that interferes with the communication process.

Deviation

A departure from a standard or norm, which can indicate variability in statistical data, processes, or behaviors.

Fluctuation

Variations or changes in level, amount, or value over a period of time, often seen in financial contexts like markets or interest rates.