Which is the goal of using a rubric after each practice test?

• A. Celebrate completion
• B. Increase speed
• C. Maintain confidence
• D. Identify strengths and weaknesses

Answer: (D)

Diagnostic feedback is the goal of using a rubric after a practice test: it shows exactly where you excel and where you need more practice. A rubric lays out specific criteria and performance levels, so you can compare your work to the standards and identify your strongest areas as well as the gaps. This focused feedback is what makes the rubric valuable, because it guides targeted study and helps you measure progress over time. While celebrating finishing or increasing speed can be helpful, they don’t capture the main purpose of the rubric, which is to map your strengths and weaknesses for focused improvement.