A professor gives a new test to an otherwise normal class and finds that only 10 per cent of the students get grades of C or above.What is the most appropriate and fair response?
A)Revise the grading curve downward
B)Do nothing
C)Revise the grading curve upward
D)Revise the test itself

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The low percentage of students getting C or above suggests that the test may be too difficult or not aligned with the material covered in class. Thus, revising the test itself is the most appropriate and fair response to ensure that students are being evaluated on material they have learned and that accurately reflects their understanding. Revising the grading curve downward or doing nothing would unfairly penalize students for factors beyond their control, while revising the grading curve upward would inflate grades without addressing any potential issues with the test itself.

A Professor Gives a New Test to an Otherwise Normal