Raw scores may be converted to standard scores
A) because raw scores are more readily interpretable than standard scores.
B) to better understand a test-taker's performance relative to others
C) Both a and b
D) None of these

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Standard scores allow for a comparison of a test-taker's performance to others by accounting for the variability and distribution of scores on the test. Raw scores alone do not provide this context.

Raw Scores May Be Converted to Standard Scores