An examination is a formal test that you take to show your knowledge or ability in a particular subject, or to obtain a qualification.
An examination (exam) is a test. Many things may be examined, but the word is most often used for an assessment of a person.
It measures a test-taker’s knowledge, skill, aptitude, physical fitness, or ability or standing in some other topic.
It is a set of questions designed to measure those things. Examinations change and evolve. They have been used since ancient times.
In education an examination is a test to show the knowledge and ability of a student. A student who takes an examination is a candidate.
The person who decides how well the student has performed is the examiner. An examination may be a written test, an on-screen test or a practical test.
