Compared with stanine scores, z-scores have the advantage of being
A) all positive.
B) more precise.
C) easier to learn to interpret.
D) based on rank rather than raw score.

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Z-scores are more precise because they allow for more detailed comparisons among scores. Stanine scores are based on broader ranges, which can lead to less precise comparisons. The other options are not advantages of z-scores over stanine scores.

Compared with Stanine Scores, Z-Scores Have the Advantage of Being