Multiple choice

A student who takes a multiple-choice test by reading the stem of each item, generating the correct response before looking at the choices, and then choosing the response closest to the answer is using

  1. a heuristic

  2. an 'ideal' solution

  3. vicarious problem solving

  4. an algorithmic search strategy
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Explanation

A heuristic is a mental shortcut or rule-of-thumb that simplifies problem solving and decision making. This test-taking strategy uses the 'answer-generation heuristic' - producing your own response before viewing options reduces distraction and leads to better performance.

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