alleryWhat is described as the central function of formative assessment?
ARanking pupils
BIssuing certificates
CFixing school fees
DGiving feedback
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Giving feedback
1. Formative assessment supports learning during teaching.
2. Feedback on the detailed content being learnt is its central function.
3. Ranking and certificates belong to summative uses.
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