When a test is given to a large group of individuals varying in age,sex,background,and so on to form a basis for interpreting an individual's score,the group is referred to as the _______ sample.
A) standardization
B) validity
C) affirmative
D) normative

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Normative sample is a group of individuals who are used to determine norms, such as average scores and ranges, for a particular test. This sample is generally representative of the wider population in terms of demographic characteristics such as age, gender, and socioeconomic status. A normative sample helps to interpret an individual's score in the context of a larger group, enabling comparisons to be made between individuals and groups. The other options are not relevant to the meaning of a sample used for determining norms.

When a Test Is Given to a Large Group of Individuals