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least one response option must be selected within each category. The +/– scoring rule is applied to each group and then added up for a total item score.

Drop-Down Cloze Item In this question type, test-takers choose one option from a drop-down list, and there may be multiple drop-down lists . Candidates are presented with a case study and asked for multiple responses, up to six, in some cases. Drop-down lists may be integrated within tables, charts, or sentences, making it a versatile format for assessing knowledge. Every drop-down carries a value of 1 point and functions similarly to a multiple-choice item, except for the format. Points are gained for each correct choice made within the drop-downs, with zero points awarded for incorrect selections. The total item score is determined by adding up the scores from all the drop-downs.

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