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Use of Negatives

Use negatives sparingly. If negatives must be used, capitalize, underscore, embolden or otherwise highlight

A : Weak question
Which of the following is not a symptom of osteoporosis?
  1. decreased bone density
  2. frequent bone fractures
  3. raised body temperature
  4. lower back pain


B : Improved question
Which of the following is a symptom of osteoporosis?
  1. decreased bone density
  2. raised body temperature
  3. hair loss
  4. painful joints



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