noun
demerit system; points-off system
A system or mindset where evaluation focuses on deducting points for mistakes or shortcomings, rather than rewarding achievements. Often used in educational, workplace, or grading contexts.
減点主義の評価では、ミスを恐れて挑戦しにくくなる。
Under a demerit-based evaluation, people become hesitant to take on challenges for fear of making mistakes.
この
This exam uses a points-off system, so a mistake can cost you a lot of points.