What is one recommendation to minimize the impact of any potential test bias?

a) Never base decisions on one test or one score.
b) Never consider the examinee’s background or culture.
c) The test should be written and given only in the majority culture’s language.
d) All items on the test should be given in the manner they were originally designed.


Answer: A

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