Scoring methods are techniques used to evaluate and quantify performance, preferences, or outcomes in various fields. Common examples include test scoring in education, where answers are graded to determine a student's understanding, and credit scoring in finance, which assesses an individual's creditworthiness based on their financial history. Different scoring methods can be qualitative or quantitative. Rubrics provide a structured way to assess subjective work, while statistical scoring uses numerical data to derive scores. Each method serves specific purposes, helping to make informed decisions based on the results obtained.