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Example of an inappropriate item (error underlined):
When all weapon power is removed from the PIP, which of the following statements
is true?
(a) All power is lost to the MCC equipment.
(b) The MCC equipment is furnished power from NAV via the MSR.
(c) The DCCs have heater power applied.
Do NOT use two or more alternatives that have the same meaning. It eliminates them
as useful alternatives and simplifies the choice. In the following example, alternatives
1 and 2 have the same meaning. Thus, they reduce the number of realistic alternatives
from three to one.
Example of an inappropriate item (error underlined):
What is the final step in performing post maintenance checks?
(a) Secure the front panel to the chassis.
(b) Make sure the front panel is secure.
(c) Set manual test switch to “OFF.”
(d) Rerun the diagnostic tests.
Do NOT use alternatives that are included in other alternatives. In the following
example, alternative 2 includes alternative 1.
If alternative 2 is correct, then so is
alternative 1.
Example of an inappropriate item (error underlined):
What is the operating time, in seconds, for the pressurization/compensation blow
valve to roll from shut to open?
(a) 1 to 3
(b) 1 t o 4
(C) 4 to 6
(d) 9 to 11
TRUE-FALSE TEST ITEM DEVELOPMENT
The true-false item is a two-response multiple-choice item. Use it only when one plausible
alternative to an item exists. A major drawback to the true-false item is that it is susceptible to
guessing.
A student who does not know the correct answer has a 50-percent chance of
responding correctly to the item.
Use true-false items to test recognition, comprehension,
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(d) Power from the ship control center may be present in M CC since it only goes through
t he S H IP J P.
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