ATP ATP Test Development & Design 2

Question 1

Which standard-setting method involves panelists rating the difficulty of items for a 'borderline' examinee?

Accepted Answer

Angoff Method

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Bell Curve Method

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Z-Score Method

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Raw Score Method

Question 2

What is the purpose of an 'item stem' in a multiple-choice question?

Accepted Answer

To present the question or problem to be solved

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To provide the answer key

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To list incorrect answer options

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To state the scoring rubric

Question 3

What is 'differential item functioning' (DIF)?

Accepted Answer

A condition where items perform differently for subgroups with similar ability levels

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Items that are worth different point values

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Items that change content between test forms

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A scoring method for partial credit

Question 4

In test form construction, what is 'test equating'?

Accepted Answer

A statistical process to ensure scores from different forms are comparable

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Making all test forms identical

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Ensuring equal numbers of items per subject

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Administering the same test to equal numbers of candidates

Question 5

What is the role of a 'subject matter expert' (SME) in test development?

Accepted Answer

To provide domain knowledge for item writing and review

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To program the testing software

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To administer the test to examinees

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To handle test registration logistics

Question 6

What is an 'anchor test' in equating designs?

Accepted Answer

A common set of items administered across multiple test forms to link them statistically

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A test used exclusively for high-stakes decisions

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The oldest version of a test in a bank

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A backup test used when primary forms are unavailable