What is open questioning?
An open-ended question is a question that cannot be answered with a “yes” or “no” response, or with a static response. Open-ended questions are phrased as a statement which requires a longer response. The response can be compared to information that is already known to the questioner.
What are examples of open questions?
7 examples of open-ended questions vs closed-ended questions
| 👇 Closed-ended question example | 👇 Open-ended question example |
|---|---|
| Are you happy with your experience with us? | How would you describe your experience with us? |
| Did you find what you were looking for today? | How can we help you find what you are looking for today? |
How do you reopen a closed question on Stack Overflow?
After a certain number of reopen votes, the post will be reopened. The number of reopen votes required is the same as the number of close votes required to close on the site (five on most sites, three on Stack Overflow). In some cases, a single vote is enough to reopen the question:
Are there any problems with using closed questions?
Conversely, here are a few problems with using closed questions: Your answer lists can provoke choices that participants to make a choice they otherwise wouldn’t have. Some respondents may feel that none of the set answers reflect their own opinion or experience.
What happens when a question is closed on Quora?
Closed questions cannot be answered, but can be edited to make them eligible for reopening. If your question is closed, you will receive private feedback on the reason why it was closed. Questions that are edited within five days of being closed are automatically added to a reopening queue for community review.
What’s the difference between open ended questions and closed ended questions?
The difference between open ended and closed ended questions lies in the data they collect. Closed questions collect data that can be used to draw generalized conclusions based on statistical analysis. Open ended questions ask respondents to describe a subject. You’d then look for trends and patterns in the in the responses you’ve collected.