Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Writing multiple choice questions involves creating a set of answer choices for a given question, with only one correct option. It requires careful consideration of the wording and structure to ensure clarity and accuracy.
Related terms
Stem: The stem is the actual question or problem presented in a multiple choice question.
Distractors: Distractors are the incorrect answer choices provided alongside the correct option in a multiple choice question.
Item Analysis: Item analysis refers to the process of evaluating how well individual items or questions perform on an assessment, including analyzing statistics such as difficulty level and discrimination index.