Use a No. 2 pencil, fill out each circle completely, and don't make any stray marks--these are rules every child learns when taking standardized tests that are largely based on multiple choice. But ...

When I was in school, multiple-choice exams were the backbone of testing. Teachers relied on them because they were efficient: Scantron sheets could be graded quickly, objectively and consistently.

What do I need to know before giving a multiple-choice exam? Scantrons may be picked and returned for processing in STEW G-61. You can expect them to be ready for pickup within 24 to 48 hours after ...