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closed examination

[/kloʊzd ɪɡˈzæmɪneɪʃən/]
nounpl: closed examinations
exame fechado
1. An examination or test where candidates are not permitted to consult reference materials, notes, or external resources
The closed examination tested students' knowledge of the material without allowing them to use textbooks.
O exame fechado testou o conhecimento dos alunos sobre o material sem permitir o uso de livros.
2. A restricted inspection or investigation accessible only to authorized personnel
The closed examination of the crime scene was conducted by detectives only.
O exame fechado da cena do crime foi conduzido apenas por detetives.
Synonyms
closed-book examproctored examinationrestricted examinationcontrolled test
Antonyms
open examinationopen-book examunrestricted examination

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exame fechado
Standard academic term used in schools and universities
Portugal
exame fechado
Commonly used in Portuguese educational institutions

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a closed examination
sit for a closed examination
conduct a closed examination
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