Diagnostic tests are administered to .......

Options

A. find out deficiencies of the students with a view to planning remedies
B. assess the suitability of a candidate for a specific programme
C. test the language proficiency of students for providing them jobs
D. judge the students' capabilities

Answer

A

Explanation

Diagnostic tests are administered to find out deficiencies of the students with a view to planning remedies. It is primarily used to diagnose student difficulties and to guide lession and curriculum planning. Diagnostic assessment is a form of pre-assessment that allows a teacher to determine students individual strengths, weaknesses, knowledge and skills prior to instruction.