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CTET 7 Feb 2026 Paper 1, Question 50

Topic: Assessment in maths

Q50

Which of the following is/are appropriate in the context of social perspectives on assessment in mathematics?
A. Bringing the experiences of children outside the school in assessment
B. Making standardized tests
C. Using folk algorithms from different cultures
Choose the correct option.

  1. (1) A and CCorrect answer
  2. (2) Only B
  3. (3) A and B
  4. (4) Only A

Solution.

CBSE answer: (1)

Answer: (1) A and C

  1. A social view of assessment sees maths as part of a child's life and culture.
  2. A: using children's out-of-school experiences fits this view.
  3. C: valuing folk algorithms from different cultures also fits; children's home methods count as real maths.
  4. B: standardized tests treat all children alike and ignore their social context, so they do not fit.