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The IELTS Listening test is scored based on the number of correct answers you provide. There are 40 questions in total, and each question carries one mark. The raw score (number of correct answers) is then converted into an IELTS band score using a conversion table.
The conversion table is designed to ensure consistency across different test versions and to account for any variations in difficulty. The band scores range from 0 to 9, with 0.5 increments. The conversion process takes into consideration the difficulty level of the test and the performance of the test takers as a whole.
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It’s important to note that there is no penalty for incorrect answers in the IELTS Listening test. You are not deducted marks for wrong answers, so it’s better to make an educated guess if you’re unsure rather than leaving a question unanswered.
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The band score you receive in the Listening section reflects your ability to understand and respond to different types of spoken English, such as conversations, lectures, and monologues. The score is based solely on the number of correct answers and does not take into account aspects like grammar or vocabulary.
I remind myself every morning: Nothing I say this day will teach me anything. So if I’m going to learn, I must do it by listening.
Larry King
Remember that the raw score to band score conversion may vary slightly between different versions of the IELTS exam. The specific conversion table used for scoring is determined by the test administrators to ensure fairness and consistency in scoring across test takers.
