The NCLEX-RN exam is a computerized adaptive test (CAT) that tests for minimal competency. To be successful on the exam, what must occur?
a. The tester must pass the questions at a rate of 60% to 65%.
b. The tester's computer must close-out at 75 questions.
c. The tester's computer will take 265 questions for success.
d. The tester must answer higher-level questions correctly to move to the next ques-tion.
D
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A This is not true of CAT NCLEX-RN exams.
B This is not true of CAT NCLEX-RN exams.
C This is not true of CAT NCLEX-RN exams.
D A CAT adjusts each question based on the answers on previous questions. To pass the NCLEX, the tester must score 60% to 65% of higher-level questions above the passing range.
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