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What is a key characteristic of plausible distractors in a multiple choice question?
What is a key characteristic of plausible distractors in a multiple choice question?
- They must include the correct answer as one of the options.
- They should represent common misconceptions. (correct)
- They must include phrases from the text.
- They should offer no clues about the correct response. (correct)
Which statement correctly describes the construction of the stem in a multiple choice question?
Which statement correctly describes the construction of the stem in a multiple choice question?
- It can include introductory phrases to enhance understanding.
- It should contain irrelevant material to distract students.
- It must not be negatively stated unless significant outcomes require it. (correct)
- It should always reference the text to clarify the question.
Which of the following is true about the options provided in a multiple choice question?
Which of the following is true about the options provided in a multiple choice question?
- Options can include non-mutually exclusive statements.
- Options should have varying lengths to signal the correct answer.
- Options must be concise and clearly stated. (correct)
- Options can contain 'all of the above' to simplify selection.
What is one reason distractors should be homogeneous in content?
What is one reason distractors should be homogeneous in content?
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What is the fundamental purpose of providing additional context in the info section?
What is the fundamental purpose of providing additional context in the info section?
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Plausible Distractors in Multiple Choice Questions
- Plausible distractors in a multiple choice question are options that seem like they could be correct but are not.
- They should be designed to appeal to students who have common misconceptions or incomplete understanding of the subject matter.
- They should be plausible but incorrect.
Stem Construction in Multiple Choice Questions
- The stem of a multiple choice question is the question itself, excluding the answer choices.
- It should be clear and concise, and it should focus on a single concept.
- It should be worded so that only one answer choice is correct.
Options in Multiple Choice Questions
- The options in a multiple choice question are the possible answers presented to the student.
- All options should be grammatically similar and logically parallel to each other.
- They should be written in a way that is easy to read and understand.
Homogeneity of Distractors
- Distractors should be homogeneous in content to ensure that all options are similar in nature and format.
- This makes it harder for students to guess the correct answer based on the length or wording of the options.
Context in Multiple Choice Questions
- The purpose of providing additional context in the info section of a multiple-choice question is to give students the necessary information to answer the question correctly.
- This might include background information, definitions, or examples related to the subject matter.
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