alleryWhat is true of formative assessment and grading?
AThey are held only at year end
BThey need not be used for grading
CThey always decide pass or fail
DThey are always external
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. They need not be used for grading
1. Formative assessment helps learning along the way.
2. It provides feedback and would not necessarily be used for grading.
3. Pass or fail decisions and year-end timing belong to summative assessment.
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