WeBWork Core Knowledge and Fundamentals 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of the 'seed' value in a WeBWorK randomized problem?

Accepted Answer

It initializes the random number generator to produce a unique problem variant

Answer

The seed value initializes Perl's random number generator, ensuring each student receives a unique but reproducible variant of the problem.

Question 2

In WeBWorK, which file extension is used for PG problem files?

Accepted Answer

.pg

Answer

WeBWorK problem files use the .pg extension, reflecting the Problem Generator language they are written in.

Question 3

What does the WeBWorK macro 'loadMacros()' accomplish at the start of a PG file?

Accepted Answer

Imports Perl library files that provide answer checkers and formatting tools

Answer

loadMacros() imports specified .pl macro files, giving the problem access to answer checkers, formatting functions, and other utilities.

Question 4

A professor wants to allow students to see answer hints after the problem set closes. Which WeBWorK setting controls this?

Accepted Answer

Answer date

Answer

The 'answer date' is when WeBWorK reveals the correct answers to students after the problem set has closed.

Question 5

Which of the following is TRUE about WeBWorK's 'reduced scoring' feature?

Accepted Answer

Students earn a reduced percentage of credit for correct answers submitted after the due date

Answer

Reduced scoring allows students to submit correct answers after the due date for partial credit, typically 50% of the full credit.

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