Inductive reasoning relies on estimating likely outcomes. Decision making in contexts of uncertainty relies on inductive reasoning. Inductive decisions can be based on analogies, case studies, prior experience, statistical analyses, simulations, hypotheticals, trusted testimony, and the patterns we may recognize in a set of events, experiences, symptoms or behaviors. Inductive reasoning always leaves open the possibility, however remote, that a highly probable conclusion might be mistaken. Although it does not yield certainty, inductive reasoning can provide a solid basis for confidence in our conclusions and a reasonable basis for action.
High quality objective metrics The CCTST has been designed to deliver high quality objective metrics on the strengths and weaknesses of key aspects of thinking. Data to achieve assessment goals Insight Assessment clients depend on the comprehensive data and analysis in CCTST reports to provide the insights needed to achieve their assessment goals.
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This test is a standardized measure of reasoning abilities and has been used for decades by many organizations, both worldwide and in the United States. How does the test work? Multiple choice components are mandatory and use everyday scenarios specific to the test-taker group. The candidate is required to completely understand the question, draw an inference and choose whichever option is the best suited response to the question. The test items are different based on the test-taker group.
It is also used to advise individual students, for program evaluation, accreditation, research and assessment of learning outcomes. The test is usually conducted for minutes and the questions are largely dependent on the test-taker group. The items on the CCTST are drawn, either at random or picked by the examiners, from a pool of items that were used to test candidates over the past 20 years.
What is the test passing score? The General Education Assessment is designed to provide incentives to institutions for improvement in the quality of their undergraduate general education program as measured by the performance of graduates on an approved standardized test of general education. Each year ETSU's average is compared to the national average for that year. All undergraduate students graduating in the fall, spring, or summer semesters are required to take the CCTST, but some exemptions may apply.
The CCTST is a computer-based test consisting of 34 questions and designed to be completed in minutes. To do your best, you should spend the full minutes on the test. You can access test prep information and sample questions at www. You will be contacted by your department with the dates and locations of tests if you are required to take a Major Field Test.
The CCTST is ETSU's "Exit Exam" -- a test that a Senior has to take before they are permitted to graduate -- but we prefer to use the actual name of the test when referring to it, in order to avoid confusion with Major Field Tests, which some university programs also refer to as "exit exams.
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