How should my students interpret their subtest performance results?
DANB provides three descriptions for subtest performance: Low Average, Average, High Average. DANB highly recommends studying in areas in which the candidate receives a descriptor of Low Average. DANB recommends reviewing areas in which the candidate receives a descriptor of Average. A descriptor of High Average in a subtest indicates a solid understanding of the area. When deciding which areas to focus any future studying it is important to consider both the subtest performance result and the percentage of questions on the exam for each subtest. For example, if subtest A covers 35% of the exam and a result of Average was received and subtest B covers 5% of the exam and a result of Low Average was received, it would be advantageous to review both areas but focus on subtest A a little more because it contains more questions and leaves the candidate more room for improvement. Subtest performance results are ONLY provided to help candidates focus any future studying in areas in which they
