Lowering FCAT passing scores will allow 1,000 to graduate (Test discriminates who can't read/add)

CBS-47 Jacksonville, FL ^ | 5-14-03 | AP

[Marie Antoinette]

Pingaroonie for research...

[undeniable logic]

Actually, since the range is 100-500, if we assume a linear point structure (based on number correct) with no negative points for wrong answers...

(287-100)/(500-100) = 46.75%
(295-100)/(500-100) = 48.75%

BTW, I looked at the exam. Pathetic... They are allowed a calculator, with instructions on how the calculator works. Then, they are given a two page formula sheet (for instance area of circle = pi*r^2) Finally, the questions are very simple. I would be upset if my child (don't have one yet) scored below a 90.

Here's a question: which number is the biggest:
9.350 * 10^-28
2.879 * 10^-26
5.832 * 10^-22
8.976 * 10^-24

[k2blader]

Thank you, I've just slapped myself. Your calculation is indeed correct as it takes the range into account.

I am befuddled by the lowest score of 100. Does that mean a student can "earn" 100 points despite getting every answer wrong?

And they get formula sheets too? (...I won't even comment on that "which number is the biggest" question...)