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Writing a multiple-choice test question.

M A Terry1

  • 1University of the Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, North Miami Beach, FL.

The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association
|January 1, 1992
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Multiple-choice test questions are versatile objective assessment tools. They effectively measure various learning levels and educational outcomes, even in large student groups.

Area of Science:

  • Educational Assessment
  • Psychometrics

Background:

  • Objective testing is crucial for evaluating educational progress.
  • Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are a dominant form of objective assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the utility and applicability of MCQs in education.
  • To discuss the advantages of MCQs for measuring diverse learning outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on objective testing.
  • Analysis of the characteristics and applications of MCQs.

Main Results:

  • MCQs are highly regarded and widely used in educational settings.
  • They are suitable for assessing all levels of learning and various educational outcomes.

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  • MCQs offer versatility for large-scale student assessments.

    • Conclusions:

    • Despite construction challenges, MCQs are valuable tools for educational measurement.
    • Their adaptability makes them essential for assessing a broad range of student competencies.