What Is Meant by the Term Socratic Method in Reference

Multiple Choice

What is meant by the term Socratic method in reference to modern teaching methodologies?

A) That teaching style looks for practical methods to solve problems aimed at improving society.
B) The Socratic method uses problematic questioning that challenges students to go beyond what they think they know.
C) The Socratic method concentrates on learning the basic mathematical and scientific laws and theories.
D) That style stresses examination of theories over finding practical uses for knowledge.
E) That style of teaching uses a theoretical basis that demands much written work of students.