kokonaisvastauksen

Kokonaisvastauksen is a Finnish term that refers to a complete answer to a question, not just a fragment. The word is formed from kokonainen, meaning whole, and vastaus, meaning answer; in usage, the genitive form kokonaisvastuksen or kokonaisvastauksen appears in phrases such as kokonaisvastauksen laatu, meaning the quality of the complete answer. The concept emphasizes addressing all relevant aspects of a query with clarity and coherence.

In educational and evaluative contexts, kokonaisvastaus is used to describe an answer that integrates understanding, justification, and evidence. It contrasts with osavastaus or partial answers, which cover only some aspects or omit important connections. Rubrics and feedback often value a kokonaisvastaus that demonstrates logical structure, appropriate depth, and precise alignment with the question.

A typical kokonaisvastaus includes several elements: a clear identification of the question or problem, a comprehensive explanation of the main points, justification or reasoning, examples or data where appropriate, and a concise conclusion. The goal is to present a cohesive and self-contained response that allows a reader to understand the issue without needing additional information.

In Finnish language usage, kokonaisvastaus is more common in pedagogical talk and discourse about communication quality than as a formal dictionary term. It is related to, but distinct from, terms such as täydellinen vastaus (perfect answer) and hyvän vastauksen characteristic features like structure and relevance.