When Distractors Are Likely to Be Selected as Alternative Responses

question 13

Multiple Choice

When distractors are likely to be selected as alternative responses on multiple-choice tests,

• A)validity is increased.
• B)item reliability is increased.
• C)item reliability is decreased.
• D)guessing is reduced.

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Definitions:

Trigonal Planar

A molecular geometry where a central atom is connected to three other atoms placed at the corners of an equilateral triangle.

Molecular Polarity

Molecular polarity refers to the distribution of electrical charges over the atoms in a molecule, affecting its interaction with other molecules and solvents.

Solvent Interaction

The interaction between a solvent and solute which leads to the dissolution of the solute into the solvent.

Melting Point

The melting point is the temperature at which a solid substance transitions to a liquid state, indicative of the heat required to break the molecular bonds within the solid.