Which one of the following examples illustrates appropriate use of high-stakes testing?
A)Mrs.Dasan used high-stakes testing to make the decision to retain Donivan in kindergarten.
B)Mr.Chu used high-stakes testing to evaluate the effectiveness of teachers in his district.
C)Ms.Davis used high-stakes testing as the basis for recommending remedial work for students who failed in specified subjects.
D)Mr.Jackson used high-stakes testing to compare his seniors to seniors in high schools in six other states.

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Using high-stakes testing as a basis for recommending remedial work for students who failed in specified subjects is an appropriate use of the test. It helps identify the students who need additional support and resources to succeed. However, using high-stakes testing to make decisions about student retention (A) or to evaluate the effectiveness of teachers (B) can lead to negative consequences and is not an effective use of the test. Similarly, using high-stakes testing to compare students across different states (D) may not be valid or fair due to differences in curriculum and testing practices.

Which One of the Following Examples Illustrates Appropriate Use of High-Stakes