Exam & Assessment Glossary

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Test Types

6 terms in Test Types

A

Achievement test

A test that measures what a student has already learned in a subject.

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Aptitude test

A test that estimates how well someone is likely to perform in a skill or field.

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M

Mock test

A practice exam that copies the format, timing and marking of a real test.

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O

Objective test

A test with fixed correct answers that can be marked without personal judgement.

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Open book test

An exam where students may use their notes or books while answering.

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Oral test

An exam where students answer questions by speaking.

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