Single-select problem

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Native the Learning Hub problem editing is documented here for reference and for working with legacy items. For new content, use coursekit — added via Add Component → Advanced → coursekit in Studio.

The default question type — one prompt, several options, one correct answer. Most CPD MCQ items end up here.

Markdown syntax

A 35-year-old patient presents with spontaneous pain that wakes them at night.
The most likely diagnosis is:

( ) Reversible pulpitis
(x) Irreversible pulpitis
( ) Periapical abscess
( ) Cracked tooth syndrome

(x) marks the correct answer.

Writing strong distractors

• Plausible-but-wrong beats absurd.
• Distractors should reflect common misconceptions you’ve actually seen learners hold.
• Avoid “all of the above” / “none of the above” — they reward exam technique rather than knowledge.

Per-option feedback

Add inline explanations after each option:

( ) Reversible pulpitis {{ Reversible pulpitis pain is typically stimulus-triggered, not spontaneous. }}
(x) Irreversible pulpitis {{ Spontaneous nocturnal pain is a classic indicator. }}

This is the highest-yield formative feature in the Learning Hub — use it on every MCQ if you have time.

Settings

• Show answer: After last attempt for formative items; Past due for graded.
• Randomize options: useful to discourage answer-sharing.