What Is the Difference Between Alternate Forms and Parallel Forms

question 59

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between alternate forms and parallel forms of a test?

• A) Alternate forms do not necessarily yield test scores with equal means and variances.
• B) Alternate forms are designed to be equivalent only with regard to level of difficulty.
• C) Alternate forms are different only with respect to how they are administered.
• D) There are no differences between alternate and parallel forms of a test.

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Definitions:

Conversion Costs

The combined costs of direct labor and manufacturing overhead that are incurred to convert raw materials into finished goods.

Manufacturing Costs

Expenses directly related to the production of goods, including raw materials, labor, and factory overhead.

Direct Materials

Resources that are directly linked to the creation of particular products or services.

Direct Labour

Represents the wages of employees who are directly involved in the production of goods or the provision of services.