Ranking Questions
– In ranking questions, you’ll be required to arrange five answer options in order of appropriateness, from the most appropriate to the least appropriate, for each scenario. There are three possible formats for these questions:
– Rank the appropriateness of actions in response to a scenario (1= Most appropriate; 5= Least appropriate).
– Rank the importance of different factors to consider when managing a situation (1= Most important; 5= Least important).
– Rank the appropriateness of various verbal responses to a situation, assuming they are expressed politely (1= Most appropriate; 5= Least appropriate).
The Scoring Secret
- This type of question is usually marked using a keyed response mark scheme – the total marks awarded for an answer depends on how close the answer is to the “best response” or “model” answer, as determined by a panel of experts. This means that a sensible answer that is not perfect will still receive a high score.
Example Question:
You are currently four weeks into your placement with the Health Protection Team. In your previous placement, you primarily worked independently. However, in this new team, tasks are distributed among team members under the leadership of the team consultant. You’ve noticed a high level of engagement and task-sharing among team members. Despite this, you are worried that since joining this placement, you’ve been working in isolation, and there seems to be less interaction with you compared to the interactions among other team members.
Rank in order the following actions in response to this situation. 1= Most appropriate 5= Least appropriate Answer:
A. Communicate any difficulties you’re facing with the tasks you’re working on to the entire team.
B. Seek guidance from the team consultant on strategies to foster better engagement within the team.
C. Let your team members know that you are available to assist if they require help.
D. Notify the team consultant about the lack of engagement from other team members towards you.
E. Persist in independently completing your work.
Correct key:
BACDE
Explanation:
Adjusting to a new team can be challenging, especially when moving from independent work to a collaborative environment. The key is to address concerns professionally and through appropriate channels.
B – Most appropriate:
Speaking with the team consultant is the best first step. They understand team dynamics and can offer guidance to improve integration. This reflects professionalism, initiative, and problem-solving.
A – Appropriate:
Sharing difficulties with the team encourages communication and engagement, helping reduce isolation.
C – Somewhat appropriate:
Offering help is positive, but it does not directly address the underlying issue of feeling excluded.
D – Less appropriate:
Highlighting the lack of engagement may appear accusatory and does not clearly focus on solutions.
E – Least appropriate:
Continuing to work alone avoids the issue and fails to improve teamwork or communication.
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