closed-ended question
[/ˈkloʊzd ˈɛndɪd ˈkwɛstʃən/]
nounpl: closed-ended questions
pergunta fechada
1. A question that limits the respondent to a fixed set of predetermined answers, typically yes/no or multiple choice options
The survey included closed-ended questions such as 'Do you prefer coffee or tea?'
A pesquisa incluiu perguntas fechadas como 'Você prefere café ou chá?'
2. A question designed to restrict responses rather than encourage elaboration or detailed explanation
Closed-ended questions are useful for quantitative data collection but limit respondent expression.
Perguntas fechadas são úteis para coleta de dados quantitativos, mas limitam a expressão do respondente.
Closed-ended questions are widely used in both Brazilian and American research methodologies, particularly in surveys, market research, and standardized testing. In education, they are often contrasted with open-ended questions to assess different types of learning outcomes. The term is prevalent in academic and professional settings across both cultures.
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