In what order do the topics appear on the exams?
Topics are not tested in any particular order. The questions on the exam will not necessarily follow the order of topics presented in the curriculum. Why do some learning outcome statements (LOS) contain command words that obviously will not appear on a particular exam? For example, “draw” is a command word that would not be testable in multiple choice or item set format. All LOS use commands words, such as analyze or calculate, that tell you what you should be able to do after you work through the lesson. Even though candidates obviously cannot “draw” in a multiple choice or item set context, for instance, they can evaluate, analyze, or interpret a drawn diagram that is provided. Developing the ability to draw the diagram certainly improves the ability to evaluate, analyze, or interpret the diagram.
