A test is considered to biased if
A) 50% of the test-takers fail the test.
B) one group, such as males, consistently performs better than another group, such as females.
C) a factor inherent in the test systematically prevents accurate measurement.
D) the test developer was found to harbor prejudice against some group.

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A biased test is one in which a factor inherent in the test itself prevents accurate measurement. Options A and B do not necessarily indicate bias, as it is possible for test-takers to perform poorly or well based on various factors unrelated to the test itself. Option D may indicate bias but is not a definitive indicator of it.

A Test Is Considered to Biased If