Numeric

A Numeric question accepts only number input. Candidates enter a value and the system validates it automatically against defined rules. It is the right choice whenever the answer is a precise number rather than text.

Writing the Question

Write your question prompt using the content editor. Use sidebar layout to display data tables, charts, or reference formulas alongside the question. See Content Editor and Layout.

Number Format

Choose the format that matches what you expect candidates to enter:

• Standard — regular decimal numbers (e.g. 3.14, 1000, -42)
• Scientific notation — numbers in scientific form (e.g. 6.02 × 10²³). Configure strictness to control whether the base must be in a specific range.
• Standard or Scientific — accept either format

You can also control decimal precision (number of decimal places allowed) and thousands separator style to match the regional convention your candidates expect.

Validation Rules

Define what values are considered correct:

• Exact value — the answer must equal a specific number
• Acceptable range — the answer must fall within a min–max range, useful for questions where slight rounding differences are acceptable

Each rule contributes a percentage to the success rate, which is multiplied by the question’s point multiplier to produce the final score. See Scoring — Multipliers & Dimensions.

Rubric Scoring

For numeric responses that require partial credit across multiple criteria (e.g. showing working, correct units, correct magnitude), attach a rubric for structured manual evaluation. See Rubric Scoring.

Common Features

Numeric questions also support: Scoring — Multipliers & Dimensions, Hint, Answer Explanations, Folder & Tags, Preview & Scoring Simulation, and three save modes.