In the sight-clapping requirements, 6/8 meter first appears at the Intermediate Levels (5–8). At these levels it can be helpful for students to tap the eighth note pulse, which is more likely to result in a steady and accurate performance. However, as long as a steady tempo is maintained, tapping either 6 pulses per bar, or 2 beats per bar is acceptable. In each case, accuracy and steadiness of the underlying beat is the most important factor for evaluation.