Which one of the following is the best example of a teacher's pedagogical content knowledge?
A)Knowing what researchers have discovered about the effectiveness of discovery- learning approaches to instruction
B)Knowing several effective ways to teach students about negative numbers
C)Making a reasonable guess as to why a particular student misbehaves just before lunch time every day
D)Understanding why water expands when it freezes

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Pedagogical content knowledge refers to a teacher's understanding of how to teach a specific subject matter to their students. In this case, knowing several effective ways to teach students about negative numbers is a clear example of pedagogical content knowledge. A indicates knowledge of research on a teaching approach, C relates to classroom management and D is scientific knowledge that may not directly relate to teaching methodology.

Which One of the Following Is the Best Example of a Teacher's