OSH Security Practice Test

Which of the following is a closed question?

1. Who attacked you?

2. Describe to me what you saw?

3. How did the accident happen?

4. Is it true the car hit the truck after running the red light?

The correct answer is: Is it true the car hit the truck after running the red light?

The correct choice is indeed a closed question because it requires a specific, limited response, typically a 'yes' or 'no.' In this case, the question is designed to confirm or deny a particular fact—that the car hit the truck after running a red light. It does not invite elaboration or further detail, which is characteristic of closed questions. In contrast, the other options are open-ended questions that encourage detailed responses. For example, asking "Who attacked you?" invites the person to supply information that could include names or descriptions, while "Describe to me what you saw?" asks for a narrative response. Similarly, "How did the accident happen?" prompts the responder to provide a detailed account of the event, which also does not fit the definition of a closed question. Closed questions are valuable in situations where specific information is needed quickly, whereas open questions are useful for gathering detailed insights.