​For Multiple-Choice Items, Computer Scoring as Compared to Hand Scoring

question 3

Multiple Choice

​For multiple-choice items, computer scoring as compared to hand scoring:

• A)​is always error-free.
• B)​is less prone to scoring errors.
• C)​should only be used if there is not sufficient clerical help to score the instrument by hand.
• D)​can be effectively used for simple scoring, but when more intricate steps are involved, then clinicians should do it themselves.

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