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6. When Ms. Viadoreli analyzed her test items she found out that one item obtalned a difficulty
index of 0.91 and a discrimination Index of 0.15. If you were Ms. Ventura what will you do with
that test item
A. Revise the Item
B. Retain the item
C. Reject the item
D. Change the item

To rationalize each choice:

A. Revise the Item: If the difficulty index is too high (0.91), it indicates that almost all students
answered the item correctly, suggesting it may be too easy or not effectively discriminating
between high and low performers. Additionally, the discrimination index of 0.15 is relatively
low, indicating the item may not effectively differentiate between students who perform well
overall and those who do not. Therefore, revising the item to increase its difficulty or improve its
discriminatory power could be considered.

B. Retain the item: Given the high difficulty index and relatively low discrimination index,
retaining the item without any changes might not be the best option as it may not effectively
assess the intended construct.

C. Reject the item: Considering the high difficulty index and low discrimination index, rejecting
the item altogether might be a reasonable option, especially if it does not align with the
assessment's goals or if it does not effectively measure what it intends to.

D. Change the item: If it's possible to modify the item to improve its difficulty level or enhance
its discriminatory power while still aligning with the assessment's objectives, changing the item
could be a viable option.
7. What does positive discrimination index mean?
A. The test item is more likely to be valid.

This option doesn't directly relate to the concept of positive discrimination index. Validity refers
to whether a test measures what it is intended to measure, which is different from positive
discrimination index.
B. More from the upper group got the item correct.

This is not what positive discrimination index refers to. Positive discrimination index focuses on
identifying whether a test item favors a particular group or not, regardless of whether they are
from the upper or lower group.
C. More from the lower group answered the test item correctly.

This is the correct explanation. Positive discrimination index measures whether individuals from
the lower performing group are more likely to answer a particular test item correctly compared to
individuals from the higher performing group.
D. The test item could not discriminate those who know from those who do not know the correct
answer.

This choice doesn't accurately represent the concept of positive discrimination index. Positive
discrimination index aims to determine if a test item unfairly favors one group over another, not
whether the test item effectively discriminates between those who know and those who do not
know the correct answer.
So, the correct choice is C. More from the lower group answered the test item correctly.
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8. Sebastian's score in the first quarterly exam is 90 out of 110, what can you say about him?
A. He answered 90 items in the test correctly.
B. Sebastian obtained a grade of 90 in the test.
C. He was able to answer 90% of the test
Items correctly.
D. Sebastian performed better than 90% of his classmates.

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A. This choice rationalizes that Sebastian answered 90 items correctly out of 110, which directly
reflects his performance in terms of the number of correct answers.

B. This choice rationalizes that Sebastian obtained a grade of 90, which might be misleading as it
doesn't consider the total possible score of 110.

C. This choice rationalizes that Sebastian was able to answer 90% of the test items correctly,
which is mathematically incorrect since 90 out of 110 is not equivalent to 90%.

D. This choice rationalizes Sebastian's performance relative to his classmates, stating that he
performed better than 90% of them, which cannot be determined solely from his score without
knowing the distribution of scores among his classmates.

So, the correct choice would be A.

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9. When Ms. Le Von administered a Pre-test to her class, she found out that her students* scores
followed a negatively skewed distribution. What kind of students does Ms. Le Von have?
A. Her students are of different abilities.
B. Most of her students are just average.
C. She has a lot of very good students in her class.
D. Ms. Le Von has homogeneous low performing students.

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Each choice represents a possible interpretation of the negatively skewed distribution of scores:

A. Her students are of different abilities:

This choice suggests that the distribution of scores is negatively skewed because there is a wide
range of abilities among the students, with some performing significantly higher than others.
B. Most of her students are just average:

This choice implies that the bulk of the students fall within the average range of performance,
with a few outliers performing either significantly higher or lower.
C. She has a lot of very good students in her class:

This choice indicates that the distribution is negatively skewed because there are a considerable
number of students who have performed exceptionally well on the pre-test, causing the
distribution to skew towards the lower end.
D. Ms. Le Von has homogeneous low performing students:

This choice suggests that the majority of students in the class have performed poorly on the pre-
test, resulting in a negatively skewed distribution with most scores concentrated towards the
lower end.
In summary, each choice offers a different interpretation of the distribution of scores, ranging
from diverse abilities (A) to predominantly low performance (D).
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10. In his second item analysis, Mr. Bruno found out that more from the lower group got test
item #15 correctly. This means that the test item has a
A. lower validity.
B. high rellability.
C. positive discriminating power.
D. negative discriminating power.

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Each choice can be rationalized as follows:
A. Lower validity: If more students from the lower group got test item #15 correctly, it suggests
that the item might not be a good measure of overall ability or knowledge, indicating lower
validity.

B. High reliability: Reliability refers to the consistency of results. The fact that more students
from the lower group consistently got the item correct suggests it has high reliability, as it
consistently distinguishes between higher and lower performing students.

C. Positive discriminating power: A test item with positive discriminating power means that it
effectively differentiates between students with higher ability and those with lower ability. Since
more students from the lower group got the item correct, it indicates positive discriminating
power.

D. Negative discriminating power: This option would not be applicable because if more students
from the lower group got the item correct, it would not suggest negative discriminating power.

Given the scenario described, the most rational choice would be:

C. Positive discriminating power.

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11. What kind of distribution Is given?

when:Median = 73
Mean = 64
Mode = 81
A. Normal distribution
B. Frequency distribution
C. Positively skewed distribution
D. Negatively skewed distribution

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To rationalize each choice:

A. Normal distribution: The median, mean, and mode are not equal, which typically indicates a
deviation from normal distribution. Therefore, this choice is unlikely.

B. Frequency distribution: This option refers to a distribution showing the frequency of

occurrence of values, which is not relevant to the given data. Therefore, it's not the correct
choice.

C. Positively skewed distribution: Since the mean is less than the median and the mode is greater
than both, it suggests that there are some high values pulling the mean up, causing a tail to the
right, indicating a positively skewed distribution. Therefore, this is a rational choice.
D. Negatively skewed distribution: This is not the correct choice since the mode is higher than
both the mean and median, indicating a tail to the left, which is characteristic of a positively
skewed distribution, not negatively skewed.

Therefore, the rational choice for the given data is C. Positively skewed distribution.

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12. Which class performed best in the History Test?

A. Class A
B. Class D
C. Class B and D
D. Class A and E

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Each choice can be rationalized based on different criteria:

A. Class A: This choice suggests that Class A performed the best in the history test. This could be
because Class A had the highest average score, showed the most improvement from previous
tests, or demonstrated exceptional understanding of the material.

B. Class D: This choice implies that Class D performed the best in the history test. It could be
because Class D consistently excels in history-related subjects, has a teacher who effectively
engages students, or has a particularly strong cohort of students.

C. Class B and D: This choice suggests that both Class B and Class D performed equally well in
the history test. It could be because they both had similar average scores, demonstrated similar
levels of understanding, or were equally represented in the top performers.

D. Class A and E: This choice implies that both Class A and Class E performed the best in the
history test. It could be because they had the highest average scores, showed the most
improvement, or demonstrated exceptional understanding compared to the other classes.

Ultimately, the choice depends on the specific data available about each class's performance in
the history test.
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13. Which class is the most heterogeneous?

A. Class A
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Class D

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To rationalize each choice for the most heterogeneous class:

A. Class A: This choice could be the most heterogeneous if Class A consists of individuals from
various backgrounds, abilities, and demographics, leading to a diverse group with a wide range
of characteristics.

B. Class B: Class B might be the most heterogeneous if it includes students with differing
interests, skills, and learning styles, contributing to a varied classroom dynamic.

C. Class C: Class C could be considered the most heterogeneous if it comprises individuals with
diverse perspectives, experiences, and cultural backgrounds, fostering a rich environment for
discussion and collaboration.

D. Class D: This choice might be the most heterogeneous if Class D consists of students with
varying levels of prior knowledge, academic strengths, and weaknesses, creating a diverse
learning atmosphere.

Each class could be the most heterogeneous for different reasons, depending on the criteria used
to measure heterogeneity, such as demographic diversity, academic abilities, or cultural
backgrounds.
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14. Which among the five classes is the most homogeneous?

A. Class A
B. Class C
C. Class D
D. Class E

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To rationalize each choice for the most homogeneous class:

A. Class A: This class might be the most homogeneous if it comprises individuals with similar
characteristics, backgrounds, or experiences compared to the other classes.
B. Class C: This class could be considered the most homogeneous if its members share common
traits or qualities to a greater extent than those in the other classes.

C. Class D: This class may be the most homogeneous if its members exhibit a high degree of
similarity in terms of certain criteria such as demographics, behaviors, or preferences when
compared to the other classes.

D. Class E: This class might be the most homogeneous if its constituents display a greater degree
of uniformity or sameness in comparison to the individuals in the other classes.

Each choice should be assessed based on the criteria provided and any additional context
available to determine which class is the most homogeneous.

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15. What can you say about the Achievement

Test in History?
A. Moderately difficult
B. Quite easy
C. Very easy
O. Average

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Each choice for the item "What can you say about the Achievement Test in History?" can be
rationalized as follows:

A. Moderately difficult: This choice suggests that the Achievement Test in History presented a
reasonable level of challenge, indicating that it likely required a good understanding of historical
concepts and knowledge to perform well, but wasn't excessively hard.

B. Quite easy: This option implies that the Achievement Test in History was not overly
challenging, suggesting that individuals with a basic grasp of historical facts and concepts could
likely answer the questions with relative ease.

C. Very easy: This choice indicates that the Achievement Test in History was exceptionally easy,
implying that even individuals with minimal preparation or background knowledge in history
could answer the questions confidently.
O. Average: This option suggests that the Achievement Test in History had a difficulty level that
falls within the middle range, neither too easy nor too difficult, indicating that it likely presented
a fair assessment of students' knowledge and understanding of history.
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16. Five teachers were asked by their school principal to judge a performance using one set of
scoring rubric and all of them arrived at precisely the same accurate result. What characteristic of
a good assessment instrument does the scoring rubric possess?
A. Scoreability
B. Objectivity
C. Reliability
D. Validity

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Each choice can be rationalized as follows:

A. Scoreability: This refers to the ease with which scores can be assigned to performance or
responses. In this scenario, since all five teachers arrived at precisely the same result using the
scoring rubric, it indicates that the rubric was easy to use and interpret, demonstrating good
scoreability.

B. Objectivity: Objectivity pertains to the degree to which different raters or judges can agree on
the scores given. The fact that all five teachers arrived at precisely the same result suggests a
high level of objectivity, as there was no subjectivity or bias influencing their scoring.

C. Reliability: Reliability refers to the consistency of scores across different occasions, raters, or
items. In this case, since all five teachers arrived at precisely the same result using the scoring
rubric, it demonstrates high reliability because the instrument produced consistent results among
multiple users.

D. Validity: Validity relates to the extent to which an assessment measures what it is intended to
measure. While arriving at the same result indicates reliability and potentially objectivity, it
doesn't inherently ensure validity. However, if the rubric was designed to accurately assess the
specific performance being judged by the teachers, then the fact that they all arrived at the same
accurate result suggests that the rubric possesses validity.

Considering the scenario, the most appropriate characteristic of the scoring rubric demonstrated
is likely C. Reliability, as it directly addresses the consistency of scores among the teachers'
judgments.

17. To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A suggests that the test item has a negative discrimination index. This means that
individuals who perform well on the overall test tend to perform poorly on this specific item.
This option might be selected if the item is meant to differentiate between high and low
performers, highlighting areas where weaker students struggle.

B. Option B implies that the test item has a positive discrimination index. In this case,
individuals who perform well on the overall test also tend to perform well on this specific item.
This suggests that the item effectively discriminates between high and low performers and may
be a reliable measure of the intended construct.

C. Option C states that the test item is moderately difficult. This choice suggests that the item
falls somewhere in the middle in terms of difficulty level. It doesn't provide insight into the
item's ability to discriminate between high and low performers but rather indicates its level of
difficulty relative to other items.

D. Option D suggests that the test item is very easy. This implies that the item is likely not
effectively discriminating between high and low performers since it is so easy that most test
takers can answer it correctly. However, it doesn't necessarily provide information about the
item's discrimination index.

In summary:
- Option A and B focus on the discrimination index, highlighting the item's ability to differentiate
between high and low performers.
- Option C focuses solely on the difficulty level of the item.
- Option D addresses the difficulty level but may not provide information about discrimination
index.

18.

To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A might be considered the most effective distractor if it has the highest percentage of
incorrect responses among the options. This suggests that it successfully distracts test-takers
from selecting the correct answer.

B. Option C could be the most effective distractor if it leads to a significant number of incorrect
responses. Its effectiveness depends on its ability to divert test-takers' attention away from the
correct answer.

C. Option B may be the most effective distractor if it causes confusion among test-takers, leading
to a substantial number of incorrect responses. Its effectiveness is determined by its ability to be
plausible yet incorrect.

D. Option D might be considered the most effective distractor if it consistently leads to incorrect
responses and is difficult for test-takers to eliminate as a possible answer choice.
In summary:
- Each option's effectiveness as a distractor depends on its ability to lead to incorrect responses.
- The most effective distractor is the one that most effectively diverts attention away from the
correct answer, resulting in a significant number of incorrect responses.

19.

To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A suggests that the lower group got more correct answers based on the information
provided in the table. This choice would be rationalized if the number of correct responses for
the lower group is higher than that of the upper group.

B. Option B implies that the upper group got more correct answers. This choice would be
rationalized if the number of correct responses for the upper group is higher compared to the
lower group based on the data presented in the table.

C. Option C indicates that it cannot be determined which group got more correct answers based
solely on the information provided in the table. This could be the case if the table doesn't directly
compare the number of correct answers between the two groups or if the data is ambiguous.

D. Option D suggests that the data provided in the table are not sufficient to determine which
group got more correct answers. This could be true if the table lacks essential information or
context necessary for making a comparison between the two groups.

In summary:
- Options A and B rely on comparing the number of correct answers between the lower and upper
groups.
- Option C suggests that the information in the table does not conclusively support either group
having more correct answers.
- Option D implies that without additional data or context, it's not possible to determine which
group got more correct answers.

20.

To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A involves administering the Achievement Test in Biology to one group of students
and then comparing their results with another test taken by the same group of students. This
approach helps assess the consistency and stability of the test scores over time, thus aiding in
determining the reliability of the test.

B. Option B suggests that Mrs. Kwerasera should show her Achievement Test in Biology to
another Biology teacher to check the key to correction. While this activity may help identify
errors in the answer key, it does not directly assess the reliability of the test itself.
C. Option C involves administering the Achievement Test in Biology to a class two times with an
interval period of two weeks. This approach assesses the test's consistency by examining whether
students' scores remain stable across multiple administrations.

D. Option D recommends reviewing the test items to check if the table of specifications had been
rigorously followed. While ensuring alignment with the table of specifications is important for
validity, it does not directly assess the reliability of the test.

In summary:
- Option A and C directly involve administering the test multiple times to assess consistency and
stability of scores, which are key aspects of reliability.
- Option B focuses on checking the answer key, which is more related to the validity of the test.
- Option D addresses the alignment of test items with specifications, which is important for
validity but not directly related to reliability.

21.

To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A suggests that the score of an average student should be exactly equal to the mean of
the test, which is 40. This option assumes that the mean represents the typical score for all
students, but it does not consider the variability of scores around the mean.

B. Option B acknowledges the standard deviation and suggests that the score of an average
student should fall within one standard deviation of the mean. Since the standard deviation is 10,
this range would be from 30 to 50. This option considers the variability of scores around the
mean and provides a range where most students' scores are expected to fall.

C. Option C suggests that an average student's score should be higher than the mean but not
higher than 50. This option incorrectly assumes that an average student's score should always be
above the mean, which is not necessarily true. Additionally, it doesn't consider the standard
deviation or the variability of scores.

D. Option D suggests that an average student's score should be lower than the mean but not
lower than 30. Similar to option C, this option incorrectly assumes that an average student's score
should always be below the mean. It also does not consider the standard deviation or the
variability of scores.

In summary:
- Option B is the most rational choice as it considers both the mean and standard deviation,
providing a range that encompasses the typical scores of most students.
- Options C and D incorrectly assume that an average student's score should always be above or
below the mean, respectively, without considering variability.
- Option A oversimplifies by suggesting the average score should always be equal to the mean,
without considering variability.
22.

To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A suggests that the percentile rank of 85 represents the student's grade in the test.
However, percentiles do not directly correspond to grades; rather, they indicate the relative
position of a student's score compared to the scores of other test-takers.

B. Option B correctly interprets the percentile rank of 85. It means that the student's score
exceeded the scores of 85 percent of the examinees who took the test. This is the accurate
definition of percentile rank.

C. Option C incorrectly interprets the percentile rank as representing the percentage of items
answered correctly. Percentile rank does not measure the percentage of correct answers but rather
the student's position relative to others who took the test.

D. Option D misinterprets the percentile rank by stating that 85 percent of those who took the
test scored higher than the individual. The percentile rank indicates the percentage of test-takers
whose scores the individual's score surpassed, not those who scored higher.

In summary:
- Option B correctly defines percentile rank as the percentage of examinees whose scores were
lower than the individual's score.
- Options A, C, and D misinterpret or incorrectly describe the concept of percentile rank.

23.

To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A, Content Validity, refers to the extent to which a test measures the content it's
supposed to measure. Mrs. Daverasea did not assess whether the content of her tests aligned with
the curriculum or objectives, so this choice is not applicable.

B. Option B, Concurrent Validity, involves correlating the scores of a new test with those of an
established test that measures the same construct at the same time. Since Mrs. Daverasea
correlated scores from two different grading tests taken at the same time, this matches the
description of concurrent validity.

C. Option C, Construct Validity, assesses whether a test measures the theoretical construct or trait
it's supposed to measure. Mrs. Daverasea did not compare her test scores with an external
measure of the same construct, so this choice is not applicable.

D. Option D, Predictive Validity, evaluates whether a test accurately predicts future performance
on a related criterion. Since Mrs. Daverasea correlated scores from two grading tests taken at the
same time, she did not assess predictive validity.
In summary:
- Mrs. Daverasea established Concurrent Validity by correlating scores from two different
grading tests taken at the same time to determine if her instrument (the first grading test) can
describe the present performance of the students in Science.

24.

To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A suggests that 36.3 represents the typical performance of the students in the Math
test. This option is a reasonable interpretation, as the mean often represents the average or typical
score in a dataset.

B. Option B states that fifty percent of the students got a score of at least 36. This is not accurate,
as the mean score of 36.3 does not necessarily imply that half of the students scored at least 36.

C. Option C posits that most of the students' scores are around 36 to 37. While this may be true
to some extent, it doesn't directly relate to the specific value of 36.3, which is the mean score.

D. Option D claims that no students obtained a score below 36. This cannot be inferred solely
from the mean score of 36.3, as the mean is influenced by all scores in the dataset, including
those below 36.

In summary:
- Option A is a reasonable interpretation, as the mean often represents the typical or average
performance.
- Option B, C, and D do not accurately represent the meaning of the mean score of 36.3 and are
therefore not suitable interpretations.

25. To rationalize each choice:

A. Option A states that grades are necessarily a measure of a student's potential. This statement is
not true because grades typically reflect a student's performance or achievement in a given
subject, rather than their potential, which can be influenced by various factors beyond academic
performance.

B. Option B suggests that grades serve as both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators for learning.
While grades can serve as external motivators (extrinsic), they may not necessarily foster
intrinsic motivation, which comes from personal interest and satisfaction in learning.

C. Option C correctly identifies grades as measures of a student's achievement in a given subject.

Grades are typically assigned based on a student's performance relative to specific criteria or
standards set for that subject.

D. Option D claims that grades are exact measures of a student's intelligence and learning
progress. This statement is not accurate because grades provide a summary or evaluation of a
student's performance within a specific context (e.g., a particular course or assignment) and may
not fully capture their overall intelligence or learning progress.

In summary:
- Option C is the true statement as grades are commonly used as measures of a student's
achievement in a given subject.
- Options A, B, and D do not accurately describe the nature or purpose of grades.