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Staying with Initial Answers on Objective Tests: Is It a Myth?
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Benjamin, Ludy T., Jr.; And Others – Teaching of Psychology, 1984
A review of 33 research studies which examined issues surrounding answer-changing behavior on objective tests indicated that (1) the majority of answer changes are from incorrect to correct, (2) most students who change their answers improve their test scores, and (3) most test-takers change answers. Future research needs are discussed. (RM)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Guessing (Tests), Higher Education