examplequestion

noun
UK /ɪɡˈzɑːmpəl ˈkwestʃən/
US /ɪɡˈzæmpəl ˈkwestʃən/

A question that shows you how to answer other questions.

The teacher wrote an example question on the board before the test.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A question used to demonstrate a survey or form format.

The form began with an example question to guide respondents.

3. A test item provided as a guide for the format of an exam.

Students reviewed the example question to understand the exam style.

4. A question given to clarify how a task should be done.

The manual included an example question for each exercise.