PEI215: Characteristics of assessment

Validity refers to how well a test measures what it is intended to measure.

• True.

• False.

Sampling involves selecting a representative group from a larger population to infer conclusions about the entire population.

• True.

• False.

Standardization means that each test-taker receives a unique set of questions tailored to their ability level.

• True.

• False.

Standardization only applies to the test content and not the test administration procedures.

• True.

• False.

Reliability is the consistency of test results over repeated administrations.

• True.

• False.

Sampling errors occur when the sample accurately represents the population.

• True.

• False.

Reducing measurement error increases the reliability of an assessment.

• True.

• False.

Fairness in assessment ensures that test content is free from bias and accessible to all test-takers regardless of their background.

• True.

• False.

Measurement error can be completely eliminated in well-designed tests.

• True.

• False.