Dr. Gerard determines psychology class grades solely by the percentage of items answered correctly on the tests. She says she would be thrilled to give everyone in the class "As" if they could achieve a 90% average on the tests. What type of grading technique does Dr. G. use?

Dr. Gerard determines psychology class grades solely by the percentage of items answered correctly on the tests. She says she would be thrilled to give everyone in the class "As" if they could achieve a 90% average on the tests. What type of grading technique does Dr. G. use?




a. absolute grading
b. liberal grading
c. grading on a curve
d. relative grading


Answer: A. Absolute grading


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