Directions should provide a clear basis for matching.
Have from 4 to 10 items in each list.
Have about 3 extra items from which responses are chosen.
Mix the order of the items in the columns.
Use brief phrases and as few words as possible in each list.
Longer statements should be in the premise (left) column and shorter
statements in the response (right) column.
Use a larger or smaller number of responses than premises. That is,
avoid perfect matching which allows for elimination of responses when
the test-taker is unsure of the correct answer.
