Which Question Type Is the Best Format for Probing Student

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which question type is the best format for probing student understanding and reasoning at a complex level?

• A) multiple choice
• B) short answer
• C) essay
• D) matching

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Definitions:

Common Ancestry

The shared genetic heritage between two or more entities, indicating they originated from the same ancestor.

Natural Selection

The process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring, a core concept of evolutionary theory.

Genetic Evolution

The changes in allele frequencies within a population over time, due to mechanisms such as natural selection and genetic drift.

Behavioral Evolution

The study of how behavior changes over time in response to environmental pressures, driven by the process of natural selection.