benchmarktest
nounUK /ˈbɛntʃmɑːk tɛst/
US /ˈbɛntʃmɑːrk tɛst/
A benchmark test is a test that checks how good something is by comparing it to a known standard.
The teacher gave us a benchmark test to see how much we learned this year.
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2. In computing, a program that measures how fast a computer or software performs.
The new laptop scored high on the benchmark test for speed.
3. A test used to compare products or services against the best in the industry.
The company ran a benchmark test to see how its customer service compared to rivals.
4. A standard set of questions used to measure student progress over time.
Students take a benchmark test each fall to track their reading skills.