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Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for effective studying?

Streaming videos or music while studying (correct)

Texting friends while studying

Checking Instagram accounts while studying

Setting up specific places solely for study

What is one reason why it is difficult to be motivated to study regularly?

The ultimate reward is a degree

Short-term rewards are easily attainable

The payoffs often lie in the distant future (correct)

The rewards are immediate and tangible

What is a key strategy for improving reading comprehension?

Using graphic organizers to enhance understanding (correct)

Marking up the entire textbook with a marker

Rushing through reading assignments as quickly as possible

Ignoring chapter outlines and learning objectives

What is the key to effective text marking?

Identifying and highlighting only the main ideas, key supporting details, and technical terms (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about study habits and academic performance in college and university?

Study habits are almost as influential as intelligence in determining academic success (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step towards effective study habits?

Accepting that studying doesn't come naturally (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is cramming considered an ineffective study strategy for most students?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does research suggest about the relationship between sleep and academic performance?

Adequate sleep is crucial for cognitive performance and forming new memories (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why do many students enter college and university with poor study skills and habits?

The educational system does not provide enough instruction on good study techniques. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did a recent study find about students' predictions of their academic performance?

Students tend to be overconfident when predicting their scores on exams. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the first Personal Application mentioned in the text?

Improving academic performance through better study habits, reading efforts, and getting more out of lectures. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a suggestion for taking good-quality lecture notes?

Ask questions during the lecture (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about attendance in lectures?

Regular attendance is important for academic success (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the completeness of students' lecture notes?

Students' lecture notes are often incomplete (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main message of the text?

Active reading and note-taking are crucial for academic success (D) Signup and view all the answers