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Harrison, David; Pitre, John M. – Physics Teacher, 1983
Describes a computerized method to test error analysis that helps motivate introductory physics students to learn the topic. The computer generates a test consisting of four topics from a list of 10 that students should know. Numerical data within realistic ranges are also generated. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs