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Peer reviewedBruno, James E.; Dirkzwager, A. – Educational and Psychological Measurement, 1995
Determining the optimal number of choices on a multiple-choice test is explored analytically from an information theory perspective. The analysis revealed that, in general, three choices seem optimal. This finding is in agreement with previous statistical and psychometric research. (SLD)
Descriptors: Distractors (Tests), Information Theory, Multiple Choice Tests, Psychometrics
