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The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) it will raise the passing standard for its practical nurse licensing exam, the NCLEX-PN, starting in April 2020. The new passing standard is 0.03 logits higher than the current standard of -0.21 logits. A logit is defined as a unit of measurement to report relative differences between candidate ability estimates and item difficulties. NCSBN convened a panel of 10 subject matter experts to evaluate the passing standard, which is reviewed every three years. The NCLEX-PN is intended to protect the public by ensuring competence for newly licensed practical nurses. (NCSBN , 12/17/19)