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How to add explanations shown to candidates after they submit a question.
Updated 2026/06/03
Answer Explanations are content shown to the candidate after they submit a question — typically explaining the correct answer, the reasoning behind it, or pointing to relevant reference material.
When Explanations Are Shown
Explanations are only displayed if the test or section is configured to reveal answers after submission. If the test does not reveal answers, the explanation is stored but never shown to the candidate.
What to Include
- Why the correct answer is correct
- Why common wrong answers are incorrect
- The underlying concept, rule, or formula
- A link or reference to further reading
How to Add an Explanation
In the question editor, find the Answer Explanations (or Feedback) section and enable it. Write the explanation using the rich text editor — it supports the same content types as the question prompt.
Answer explanations are particularly valuable for practice tests and learning-focused assessments where candidates benefit from understanding why they got something wrong.