easier, cheaper and more objective marking probably. multiple choice doesn't mean dumbed down. indeed, it can be much harder since you can't show working or ex

easier, cheaper and more objective marking probably. multiple choice doesn't mean dumbed down. indeed, it can be much harder since you can't show working or explain reasons. It turns into an exercise of guessing the password (http://lesswrong.com/lw/iq/guessing_the_teachers_password/ http://lesswrong.com/lw/iq/guessing_the_teachers_password/) rather than demonstrating any real learning has taken place. This can be hard to guess even if you know the material in question.