Which term describes the levels used to assess student performance?

• A. Detailed Explanation
• B. Mark Bands
• C. Evaluation
• D. Assessment Criteria

Answer: (B)

Mark bands describe the levels of achievement used when judging student work. They are predefined ranges that map to how well a piece of work meets the criteria, so markers can consistently place a response into a level such as a high, middle, or lower band. This system makes marking fair and transparent because different assessors refer to the same scale to decide where the work fits.

The other terms describe different ideas. A detailed explanation refers to the content of feedback rather than how achievement is tiered. Evaluation is the overall act of judging value, not the specific levels used for grading. Assessment criteria are the standards used to judge whether work meets certain requirements, but the actual levels of performance are captured by the mark bands themselves.