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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would ask for one, it sounds perfectly reasonable. I use statistics on a regular basis but I don't have to recall the formulas for what I am doing from memory. I am using a computer program that does the actual calculation or I can look up the formula. Even if I think I know the formula, I double check that I have it correct so that my calculations are correct. I provided a formula sheet for the research methodology class that I taught because I fail to see the point of memorizing a formula. What matters is that the student understands when to use the formula and can use the formula properly. A sheet of formulas is fine.[/quote]

*everyone* would do better if they got the formulas. accommodations are supposed to level the playing field, not give an unfair advantage. [/quote]

Not *everyone* has testing demonstrating a learning difference. Accommodations are targeted for the student and their learning difference. Sounds like you have an ax to grind.[/quote]

Standardized testing is supposed to measure how skilled you are and how much content you learned. This in many cases includes formulas. If your disability means you cannot master part of the subject then the test scores should reflect that. Imagine if in language tests some kids claimed they needed dictionaries or AI translation! [/quote]

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