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objective scoring

scoring a test by means of a key or formula, so that different scorers will arrive at the same score for the same set of responses. It is contrasted with subjective scoring, in which the score depends on the scorer’s opinion or interpretation of participant responses to items.

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November 23rd 2024

sibling

sibling

n. one of two or more children born of the same two parents (i.e., a sister or brother). Also called sib.