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Norm Referenced

Definition:

Norm referenced refers to a method of evaluation or assessment where an individual's performance is measured and compared to the average performance of a group or "norm" of people.

Usage:

In education, norm-referenced tests are commonly used to determine a student's level of achievement compared to their peers. These tests provide a standardized way to assess a student's knowledge and skills.

Norm-referenced scoring can also be applied in the workplace, where employee performance is measured against the performance of a norm group to evaluate their suitability for promotion or recognition.

Example Sentences:

1. The teacher used a norm-referenced assessment to determine the students' reading levels.
2. The athletes' performances were norm referenced to determine their eligibility for the national team.
3. The company compared the sales figures of its employees to the norm referenced data to identify top performers.

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