What Is a Common Criticism of Traditional Testing

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is a common criticism of traditional testing?

• A)Traditional tests do not test knowledge as it is applied in real-world situations.
• B)Traditional tests cannot be designed to measure students' knowledge.
• C)Traditional tests usually lack validity and/or reliability.
• D)Traditional tests typically provide subjective measures of knowledge.

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Definitions:

Maculae

Maculae are small, specialized regions in the sensory epithelia, notably in the vestibular system of the ear and the retina, involved in detecting balance and visual changes respectively.

Cristae

The folds of the inner membrane of mitochondria, where the electron transport chain takes place.

Compressed Regions

Areas where tissue, organs, or structures are pressed together or compacted, often leading to reduced function or pain.

Hertz

A unit of frequency equivalent to one cycle per second, used to measure the frequency of sound waves and electrical signals.