Cryptic crossword clue
Blockheads dispatched to take first part of maths test 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word ASSESSMENT

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The straight part
We know that "test" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case test = assessment.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ASSESSMENT mean?

ASSESSMENT noun
  1. The act of assessing or an amount (of tax, levy or duty etc) assessed.
  2. An appraisal or evaluation.

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