Authentic assessment grew out of a concern that

a. student performance was declining on standardized tests.

b. the emphasis on standardized test scores caused a narrow application of lower-order thinking skills.
c. multiple-choice tests were too difficult for the majority of students.

d. students were focusing on critical-thinking skills and not performing well on competency tests.


ANSWER: b

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