Many standardized tests have been revised for the purpose of reducing bias. Which is not an example of a way in which bias has been reduced in tests?
a. Eliminated all references to animals in test items
b. Reduced the number of culturally specific test items
c. Renormed, or restandardized, the tests across more diverse students
d. Reduced culturally specific language
Ans: A
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