Which one of the following teaching practices is most likely to encourage students to elaborate as they study new material?
A)Help them locate Berlin on a map of Europe.
B)Ask them, "Who remembers what the chief exports of Japan are?"
C)Ask them how they might apply the principle that gas expands when heated.
D)Say, "Yesterday we learned the safe way to hand a pair of sharp scissors to someone else.Who can show us what we learned to do?"

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Asking students how they might apply a principle encourages them to think about the concept in a deeper way and to elaborate on how they might use it. This type of question requires critical thinking and creativity, which can lead to better retention and understanding of the material. The other options are more focused on simple recall or demonstration of knowledge, rather than encouraging elaboration.

Which One of the Following Teaching Practices Is Most Likely