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LCritchfi

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When a test measures well what it is supposed to measure, it
 
  a. discriminates
  b. is objective
  c. is reliable
  d. is valid

Question 2

In a classic study of factors leading to proficient writing of entering college students,
  McQueen, Murray and Evans found that the most important determinant of writing
  skill was
 
  a. their command of English grammar and syntax
  b. their scores on standardized reading comprehension tests
  c. the frequency with which they used prewriting strategies
  d. how much they had written in high school



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

d



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