The best approach for assessing the difficulty level of materials is to
A) use both the ATOS and the lexile scale.
B) create a word list formula and a syllable formula.
C) rely on a well-accepted leveling system such as that created by Fountas and Pinnell.
D) use objective and subjective methods such as formulas, leveling scores, and observations, and professional judgment.

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A) Both the ATOS and the lexile scale have their shortcomings; therefore, it is best to use informal measures such as teacher observations and professional judgment along with the formula.
B) Both word list formulas and syllable formulas have their shortcomings; therefore, it is best to use informal measures such as teacher observations and professional judgment along with the formula.
C) Readability formulas and leveling systems have their shortcomings; therefore, it is best to use informal measures such as teacher observations and professional judgment along with a formula and/or leveling system.
D) Readability formulas and leveling systems have their shortcomings; therefore, it is best to use informal measures such as teacher observations and professional judgment along with a formula.

The Best Approach for Assessing the Difficulty Level of Materials