Classical test theory

/ˈklæs.ɪ.kəl tɛst ˈθɪɹ.i/ noun

A psychometric framework proposing that an observed test score is composed of the true score plus random measurement error.

From Latin 'classicus' (first class) + 'testum' (earthen pot, later trial) + Greek 'theoria.' The foundational theory of testing.

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