Tests refer to formal assessments, typically consisting of questions, problems, or tasks designed to measure specific knowledge, skills, abilities, or characteristics.
Related terms
Standardized Tests: These are tests administered and scored under standardized conditions with predetermined instructions and scoring procedures.
Achievement Tests: Achievement tests measure what an individual has learned or accomplished in specific areas such as math, reading comprehension, or science.
Aptitude Tests: Aptitude tests assess an individual's potential for future performance in certain areas by measuring their ability rather than acquired knowledge.