Norm-referenced assessment

Norm-referenced assessment is a method of evaluating an individual's knowledge by comparing their performance to that of a group, usually a representative sample. In the context of general knowledge, this means determining how well someone knows facts or information compared to others. For instance, if a student scores in the 75th percentile, it means they performed better than 75% of their peers. This type of assessment helps identify strengths and weaknesses relative to others, rather than measuring absolute knowledge or skills. It is commonly used in educational settings to gauge overall achievement and comprehension.