alleryWhat is the central function of formative assessment?
ARanking all pupils
BSetting school fees
CAwarding certificates
DGiving useful feedback
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Giving useful feedback
1. Formative assessment is meant to improve learning while it is going on.
2. Its central function is feedback to pupil and teacher.
3. Ranking and certificates belong to summative use.
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