A Distractor That Is Chosen Significantly Fewer Times Than Would

question 11

Multiple Choice

A distractor that is chosen significantly fewer times than would be expected by chance

• A) lowers the difficulty of the item
• B) increases the difficulty of the item
• C) does not affect item difficulty
• D) reflects an item not in the content domain

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Definitions:

Subjective Values

The notion that the value of goods and services is determined by the preferences and perceptions of individuals, rather than by intrinsic characteristics.

Decision Making

The process of selecting among available alternatives based on the preferences and values of the decision-maker.

Sunk Cost

A cost that has already been incurred, cannot be recovered, and thus is irrelevant for present and future economic decisions.

Nonrefundable Plane Ticket

A type of airline ticket that cannot be returned for a refund, typically offered at a lower price than refundable tickets.