2007-2008 Grade 8 Mathematics Item and Scoring Sampler
2007-2008 Grade 8 Mathematics Item and Scoring Sampler
2007-2008 Grade 8 Mathematics Item and Scoring Sampler
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MATHEMATICS<br />
MATHEMATICS REPORTING CATEGORIES<br />
<strong>Mathematics</strong> scores are reported in five categories:<br />
A – Numbers <strong>and</strong> Operations<br />
B – Measurement<br />
C – Geometry<br />
D – Algebraic Concepts<br />
E – Data Analysis <strong>and</strong> Probability<br />
Examples of multiple-choice <strong>and</strong> open-ended items assessing these categories are included in this booklet.<br />
DESCRIPTION OF SAMPLE ITEMS<br />
The mathematics multiple-choice items begin on page 5. Each item is preceded by the Assessment Anchor <strong>and</strong> Eligible<br />
Content coding. The majority of answer options A–D are followed by a brief analysis or rationale. The correct answer<br />
is indicated by an asterisk (*).<br />
Two open-ended items follow the multiple-choice items. Each of these is displayed with an item-specific scoring guide<br />
<strong>and</strong> examples of responses with scores <strong>and</strong> annotations.<br />
A calculator is permitted for use in solving items numbered 4–27 in this sampler. <strong>Item</strong>s numbered 1–3 are to be solved<br />
without the use of a calculator. Scratch paper may be used in solving all items.<br />
<strong>Grade</strong> 8 <strong>Mathematics</strong> <strong>Item</strong> <strong>Sampler</strong> <strong>2007</strong>–<strong>2008</strong> 3
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