In addition to the validity and reliability of a test, appropriateness is another important consideration...

Reading level is often the most common limiting factor in the appropriateness of a test. Even a test that is valid and reliable may not be appropriate if the test-taker cannot read or comprehend the questions due to an advanced or inappropriate reading level. Appropriateness ensures that test content is accessible and understandable to the intended test population. “A test’s appropriateness is frequently compromised by the reading level required, which can limit accurate assessment for some examinees.”