Numeric

A Numeric question accepts numerical responses. Configure the permitted number format and, when automatic scoring is needed, add Numeric Rules under Evaluation → Add Automation.

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.

Entry Rotation (Number Format)

In the Numeric Input question editor, expand Entry Rotation and choose the format candidates can use:

• Numeric — standard numeric values such as 12000.03, 1200, or 0.1234.
• Scientific — scientific notation such as 14e3, -14e3, 14e-3, or 1.4e3. This option provides Strict Mode and Force Strict Mode Entry controls.
• Numeric or Scientific — permits either standard numerical entry or scientific notation.

Use Separator to choose the decimal and thousands separator convention (including comma or dot formats). Use Max. Precision Digit to set the permitted decimal precision. Review the examples and preview shown in the editor when configuring these settings.

Numeric Rules for Automatic Evaluation

To score numeric answers automatically, go to Answer → Evaluation → Add Automation, select Numeric Rules, and click Add Text Rule. Choose a Default Evaluation Method, provide the value or condition required by the selected method, and set the True and False success percentages. Click Add, then Save to store the automation.

• Equal / Not Equal — compare the response with a specified value.
• Is between — evaluate whether the response falls within a specified range.
• Should Match / Should NOT Match — check a matching condition.
• Compare with, Is one of, and Is none of — additional evaluation methods available in the dropdown.

The configured True or False result determines the success percentage for the rule. This is separate from Answer → Input → Input Validation, which controls acceptable input rather than scoring. For how percentages contribute to question points, see Scoring.

Rubric Scoring

For numeric responses requiring structured manual evaluation against criteria, attach a rubric. See Rubric Scoring.

Common Features

Numeric questions also support Scoring, Hint, Answer Explanations, Question Metadata, and Preview & Simulation. In the editor shown, use Save or Save & Add Another.