Which one of the following illustrates the use of a rubric in a classroom assessment?
A)Responses to a 10-point essay in a history class are given 5 points for describing historical events accurately, 4 points for explaining how the events are interrelated, and 1 point for using complete sentences throughout the essay.
B)In a swimming test, students are asked to swim one lap each of the breaststroke, backstroke, and crawl.
C)A science test has 30 multiple-choice questions, 10 alternative-response questions, 3 short-answer questions, and one essay.
D)A math assignment presents a complex problem with several parts and asks students to break it down into at least five simpler problems.

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A rubric is a scoring tool that outlines specific criteria and levels of performance for an assignment or assessment. Option A clearly outlines the specific criteria and levels of performance for the essay, indicating that a rubric is being used. Option B is a simple task without specific criteria or levels of performance outlined. Option C lists the different types of questions, but does not indicate how they will be scored or what criteria will be used. Option D also does not mention any specific criteria or levels of performance for the assignment.

Which One of the Following Illustrates the Use of a Rubric