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What are the parts of a multiple-choice question?
1. Stem: The initial part presenting the problem. 2. Positive or negative polarity: Key words like
'always', 'never', 'likely'. 3. Options: Can be complete or incomplete sentences, a sentence itself,
or a single word.
What is the purpose of the stem in a multiple-choice question?
It presents the problem in a clear and concise way, containing the details needed to answer the
question.
Positive polarity:
,A stem with a positive polarity asks the question in relation to what is true. The stem with
positive polarity is concerned with truth. It asks the question with a positive statement. The
correct answer is accurately related to the statement. It is in accord with a fact or principle, or it
is an action that should be implemented.
A positively worded stem attempts to determine whether you are able to understand, apply, or
differentiate correct information.
Negative polarity:
The stem with negative polarity is concerned with what is false.
• It asks the question with a negative statement.
• The stem usually incorporates words such as "except," "not," or "never." These words are
obvious. However, sometimes the words that are used are more obscure, for example,
"contraindicated," "further," "unacceptable," "least," and "avoid."
• When a negative term is used, it may be emphasized by an underline (except), italics (least),
boldface type (not), or capitals (NEVER)
What are the four general study techniques?
1. Establish a routine. 2. Set long and short-term goals. 3. Simulate the learning environment. 4.
Control internal and external distractors.
What does it mean to establish a routine?
Set aside a regular study time, make sure the schedule is reasonable and realistic. Shorter, more
frequent study sessions rather than longer sessions Learning must be balanced with rest .
Benefits of simulation testing environment:
, In order to decrease stress
and anxiety related to testing surroundings try to recreate
when studying an environment similar to testing with studying .
Study at a desk or computer and use practice exams.
Internal and external distractors:
External: Limit phone
calls ,family members, or friends. Internal: Control your
thoughts , feelings or concerns
What are the three learning domains?
1. Cognitive: Learning new information. 2. Affective: forming new attitudes. Emotional aspects
of learning. 3. Psychomotor: New Physical skills.
How do we learn?
It is an activity by which knowledge ,skills and attitudes are acquired.
• It is influenced by factors such as level of maturation, genetics, readiness to learn, motivation,
self-image, and effective formal instruction.
• Learning is an active process that occurs within the learner. It is an acquired skill.
How do you prepare for class?
Know the content that will be reviewed.
• First read the chapter headings. This gives a generalized idea of the ideas presented.