If NCARB suspects anomalous exam performance, which actions may they take?

• A. They may appoint a new proctor.
• B. They may hold, delay, not validate, or invalidate one or more exam scores.
• C. They may extend the exam window by a week.
• D. They may modify the exam content for fairness.

Answer: (B)

When suspicion arises about unusual exam performance, the focus is on ensuring the scoring process is fair and accurate. In this situation, the appropriate action is to review the scores and results before releasing them. They may hold or delay one or more scores, or decide not to validate or invalidate certain scores as part of the investigation. This pause allows investigators to determine whether the performance reflects the candidate’s true ability or if irregularities affected the results.

Extending the exam window or changing the exam content isn’t how this issue is addressed. Extending scheduling doesn’t directly address score integrity, and modifying content would undermine fairness and the validity of the assessment. The goal is to assess and preserve the reliability of the scores already earned.