Which one of the following is NOT necessarily a characteristic of a good test according to your textbook?
A) The test appears to measure or predict what it is intended to measure or predict.
B) The test includes a representative sample of behaviors thought to measure an attribute.
C) The test includes behavior samples obtained under standardized conditions.
D) The test has rules for scoring to ensure similarity of scoring by different examiners.

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A good test must have validity (accurately measure what it is intended to measure), reliability (produce consistent results), and practicality (be feasible in terms of time, resources, and administration). The appearance of measuring or predicting what it is intended to (face validity) is not necessarily a characteristic of a good test, as a test can appear to be valid without actually being so. The other options (B, C, D) are essential characteristics of a good test, including representativeness, standardization, and objective scoring rules.

Which One of the Following Is NOT Necessarily a Characteristic