Common Problem Settings

This article will cover the parameters for common problem types.

Common problem configuration is done within Studio > Unit > Question Component.

This article relates to common problem types only.

1) Select to 'Edit ' your problem component.

2) Select 'Settings' to access the parameters.

3) Modify the parameters as desired.

Common changes include:

• Display Name - changes the Title of the Problem Component (visible to learners)

• Maximum Attempts - Defines the number of times a student can try to answer this problem. If the value is not set, infinite attempts are allowed.

• Problem Weight - Defines the number of points each problem is worth. If the value is not set, each response field in the problem is worth one point.

• Randomization - Defines when to randomize the variables specified in the associated Python script. For problems that do not randomize values, specify "Never".

• Show Answer - Defines when to show the answer to the problem. Options include: Always, Answered, Attempted, Closed, Finished, Correct or Past Due, Past Due or Never. (further details below)

• Show Reset Button - Determines whether a 'Reset' button is shown so the user may reset their answer.

• Timer Between Attempt - Seconds a student must wait between submissions for a problem with multiple attempts.

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