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Grade 5 Science: 2010 Science Standards of Learning
Grade 5 Science: 2010 Science Standards of Learning
GRADE 5 SCIENCE
2010 Science Standards of Learning
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Grade 5 Science
Released Test Item Set Spring 2015
Answer Key
Item Type:
Multiple
Sequence Choice (MC) Reporting
Correct Answer Reporting Category Description
Number or Technology- Category
Enhanced
Item (TEI)
18 TEI Each answer must be placed in the correct column: 001 Scientific Investigation
Left Column: Weighs 20.5 g; About 4 cm3; Hardness of 6-6.5
Right Column: Gold color; Greenish black streak; Sinks in water
The order in which the answers are placed in each column does not matter.