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What is a key characteristic that must be present in a meaningful stem?
What is a key characteristic that must be present in a meaningful stem?
- It can be negatively stated without significance.
- It must present a definite problem. (correct)
- It typically asks for multiple correct answers.
- It should include irrelevant material.
What should distractors in a question represent?
What should distractors in a question represent?
- Random subjects unrelated to the question.
- Correct information from other sources.
- Common student misconceptions. (correct)
- Vague statements that confuse students.
Which option is NOT a guideline for constructing the options of a question?
Which option is NOT a guideline for constructing the options of a question?
- All options should be mutually exclusive.
- Use phrases like 'all of the above' to simplify choices. (correct)
- Options should be clear and concise.
- Avoid clues about which response is correct.
What is the significance of ensuring that distractors are homogeneous in content?
What is the significance of ensuring that distractors are homogeneous in content?
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Which of the following is essential for selecting the correct answer in a question?
Which of the following is essential for selecting the correct answer in a question?
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Study Notes
Meaningful Stems
- A meaningful stem should be clear and concise, providing a question or a problem that the examinee needs to solve.
- Meaningful stems should also be grammatically correct and avoid ambiguity.
Distractors
- Distractors in a question should be plausible and attractive to students who do not fully understand the concept being assessed.
- They should represent common misconceptions, alternative viewpoints, or incorrect applications of the concept.
Option Guidelines
- All options in a question should be grammatically parallel and consistent in structure.
Distractor Homogeneity
- Ensuring that distractors are homogeneous in content helps maintain the integrity of the question and prevents examinees from guessing the correct answer based on stylistic or structural clues.
Selecting the Correct Answer
- Understanding the content, concept, or skill being assessed in the question.
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