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Meaning of grade on a curve | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

  1. To use a grading system based on the scale of performance of a group to normalize a right-skewed grade distribution (with more lower scores) into a bell curve, so that more can receive higher grades, regardless of their actual knowledge of the subject; to curve a grade.
  2. To compare the members of a set or group by using a relative scale, based on performance relative to other members.
    broadly

Equivalents

Suomi normittaa

Examples

“He asked the teacher to grade (the test) on a curve.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

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