How to Get the Most Out of Studying: Part 5 of 5, I Blew the Exam, Now What

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What is the professor's name?

Michael Johnson

David Thompson

Paul Davis

Stephen Chew (correct)

What does the professor advise students not to do after performing poorly in an exam?

Seek guidance from the professor

Panic or go into denial (correct)

Discuss the exam with classmates

Review the exam paper multiple times

What percentage of the final grade is the first exam usually worth in the general psychology class?

Less than 10% (correct)

More than 50%

Exactly 20%

Around 30%

When is it mentioned that it becomes very difficult to improve grades late in the semester?

After failing three exams Signup and view all the answers

What does the professor emphasize as a critical step for students to take after performing poorly in an exam?

Identifying what went wrong with exam preparation Signup and view all the answers

What proportion of students in the general psychology class typically make D's and F's on the first exam according to the professor?

A quarter to a third Signup and view all the answers

What is the key point the text emphasizes about preparing for exams?

Over-preparing for the first exam is crucial for success. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach if your mistakes on an exam were spread out across topics?

Improving note-taking strategies Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ineffective study strategies mentioned in the text?

Recopying notes without thinking about them Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text suggest reviewing exams you performed poorly on?

To identify areas of improvement and understand what went wrong Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to students who want to improve their exam scores according to the text?

Commit time and effort to develop effective study strategies Signup and view all the answers

What should students do if they misinterpreted questions on an exam?

Discuss with the instructor how to follow instructions correctly Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the suggested ways to ensure deep processing of information while studying?

Organizing and thinking about connections within notes Signup and view all the answers

'Faculty are most willing to help students who are taking steps to help themselves' - what does this imply about students who do not seek help?

'Struggling students are more likely to fail' Signup and view all the answers

'Bad study habits can also be effortful to do but they don’t require deep processing' - what distinguishes bad study habits according to this statement?

'They can be labor-intensive but lack meaningful processing' Signup and view all the answers

'Set realistic study goals' - why is this highlighted in the text?

'Goals provide direction and motivation for effective studying' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT recommended for students who perform poorly on an exam?

Prioritizing some classes over others by skipping assignments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason mentioned in the text for students to avoid giving away points on assignments?

It can significantly impact their overall grade Signup and view all the answers

According to the advice provided, what should a student do after performing poorly on an exam?

Diagnose the problems, create a plan, and set realistic goals Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best reflects the advice given in the text regarding developing effective study habits?

It requires a sustained effort and may involve setbacks Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of failing to follow instructions on assignments?

Receiving a lower grade due to deducted points Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following behaviors is NOT listed as something a struggling student should avoid?

Seeking guidance from the instructor or tutors Signup and view all the answers