A closed question is a type of inquiry that can be answered with a simple yes or no, or with a specific piece of information. It is designed to elicit a specific response and does not allow for open-ended or detailed answers. Closed questions are often used in surveys, interviews, and quizzes to gather specific data or to confirm information. They are also commonly used in conversations to quickly gather information or to steer the conversation in a specific direction. Unlike open-ended questions, which encourage discussion and exploration, closed questions limit the scope of the response and can be answered quickly and directly.