How many core items are in the MAP?

• A. 27
• B. 15
• C. 32
• D. 40

Answer: (A)

MAP uses a fixed set of core items to ensure consistent measurement across administrations and settings. These core items are chosen to capture the essential aspects of what the MAP is intended to assess, providing a reliable total score even when contexts vary. The number 27 reflects the instrument’s validated core item pool, giving enough items to cover the main domains while keeping the assessment brief. Options with fewer items would risk missing important areas, while larger numbers add items that aren’t required for the core score and just increase time burden. Additional items beyond the core may be used as supplemental, but the standard core score relies on those 27 items.