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Abstract
Following a discussion of the role and importance of practical laboratory tests an instrument which was designed to assess inquiry practical examinations is described. The Practical Tests Assessment Inventory (PTAI) has 21 categories representing different inquiry skills. Each category contains types of possible answers ranked according to their level of acceptability. Examples of PTAI and illustrative data based on the results in the biology matriculation examination in Israel are presented.