The length of the report must be considered when looking at relative performance. One point does not equal one error, either major or minor. Each point represents multiple errors. I know that on one report I made a lot of errors. I felt that I did well on the others.
Every report is counted in the final exam score.
Of the 5 grader totals for each report, the highest and the lowest are dropped, and the remaining 3 are averaged. A numerical score and diagnostic information are reported only to those who do not pass the exam so that candidates have a basis for assessing and working on their weaknesses before testing again. A candidate's experience or lack of experience, educational background, or previous evaluations do not influence the grading process. Grading is based solely on the printed exam that is submitted for evaluation. All candidates are treated equally.