According to Bloom's classification, which level of the cognitive domain is about making use of previously learned material in a new situation?
AKnowledge
BComprehension
CApplication ✓ Correct
DAnalysis
Correct answer: (C) Application
Explanation
Using previously learned material in a new situation is the Application level of Bloom's cognitive domain.
Knowledge (A) is the lowest level, mere recall of facts.
Comprehension (B) is understanding meaning, one step above recall.
Analysis (D) breaks material into parts and studies relations, above application.
The original 1956 cognitive hierarchy runs Knowledge, Comprehension, Application, Analysis, Synthesis, Evaluation.
Benjamin Bloom chaired the committee that framed this taxonomy of educational objectives.
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