Why is a warm-up session prior to the test considered beneficial?

A warm-up session prior to a test is considered beneficial primarily because it helps participants feel more comfortable and prepared. Engaging in a warm-up allows individuals to ease into the testing environment, reduce anxiety, and familiarize themselves with the format and structure of the upcoming assessment. This preparation can enhance focus and performance by providing an opportunity to mentally and physically adjust to the testing conditions.

The other options may bring some advantages, such as socializing or serving as an icebreaker, but they do not directly contribute to the primary purpose of ensuring participants are ready for the test. Additionally, cutting down on total test time is not typically an outcome of a warm-up session, as its main goal is to enhance readiness rather than reduce duration. Thus, feeling comfortable and prepared is at the core of why warm-up sessions are effective.