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How to express 'multiple-choice' in Japanese, covering tests, questions, and formats.
Referring to a test or question where you select from given options.
Describing a format where you choose from several options, not limited to tests.
選択式 (せんたくしき) is a general term for multiple-choice format. マークシート specifically refers to the answer sheet with bubbles to fill in, and by extension the test itself. Use マークシート when emphasizing the physical act of marking answers.
This test is multiple-choice.
Solve multiple-choice questions.
More formal or technical term, literally 'multiple-limb selection style'. Used in academic or official contexts.
The exam is multiple-choice.
Refers specifically to a bubble sheet or answer sheet used for multiple-choice tests. Often implies the test itself is multiple-choice.
Take a multiple-choice exam (using a bubble sheet).
Literally 'select-one style', used in contrast to multiple-answer or essay formats. More common in legal or professional exam contexts.
Solve multiple-choice questions by elimination.
Please choose the correct answer from the options.
Means 'multiple options'. Can be used in various contexts like surveys or decision-making.
There are multiple choices.