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, WGU D184 STANDARD-BASED
ASSESSMENT EXAM | QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | 2026 UPDATE | WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS.
SECTION 1: STANDARDS-BASED GRADING
SYSTEMS (Questions 1-10)
Q1. How would you describe standards-based grading systems?
A) A grading system that averages scores across all assignments, including
homework, tests, and participation
B) A grading approach that measures student learning based on mastery of
specific, clearly defined standards rather than averaging scores across
assignments
C) A system that ranks students against their peers using percentile rankings
D) A grading system that only uses letter grades (A-F) based on percentage
cutoffs
Correct Answer: B. A grading approach that measures student
learning based on mastery of specific, clearly defined standards
rather than averaging scores across assignments
Rationale: Standards-based grading tracks student progress towards and
achievement of learning targets derived from educational standards; grades
reflect student mastery of the learning targets and are measured on
proficiency scales . This approach separates academic achievement from
behaviors like effort, participation, and attendance .
Q2. Which characteristics apply to standards-based grading? (Select
all that apply)
, WGU D184 STANDARD-BASED
ASSESSMENT EXAM | QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | 2026 UPDATE | WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS.
SECTION 1: STANDARDS-BASED GRADING
SYSTEMS (Questions 1-10)
Q1. How would you describe standards-based grading systems?
A) A grading system that averages scores across all assignments, including
homework, tests, and participation
B) A grading approach that measures student learning based on mastery of
specific, clearly defined standards rather than averaging scores across
assignments
C) A system that ranks students against their peers using percentile rankings
D) A grading system that only uses letter grades (A-F) based on percentage
cutoffs
Correct Answer: B. A grading approach that measures student
learning based on mastery of specific, clearly defined standards
rather than averaging scores across assignments
Rationale: Standards-based grading tracks student progress towards and
achievement of learning targets derived from educational standards; grades
reflect student mastery of the learning targets and are measured on
proficiency scales . This approach separates academic achievement from
behaviors like effort, participation, and attendance .
Q2. Which characteristics apply to standards-based grading? (Select
all that apply)
