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Rutgers–New Brunswick Study: Cellphone Use and Test Scores

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What was the main finding of the study mentioned in the text?

Divided attention from electronic devices affected students' long-term retention. (correct)

Students who used electronic devices performed better on end-of-term exams.

The use of electronic devices had no impact on students' exam performance.

Using electronic devices improved students' comprehension test scores.

What was the impact of using electronic devices on students' end-of-term exam scores according to the study?

Lowered exam scores by at least 5 percent (correct)

Improved exam scores by one full grade

Had no effect on exam scores

Increased exam scores by 5 percent

How did students who did not use electronic devices in class perform compared to those who did?

They showed no difference in exam performance

Their long-term retention was not affected

They performed better in comprehension tests

They performed worse on end-of-term exams (correct)

What did the study reveal about the relationship between distractions from electronic devices and subsequent exam performance?

There was a causal relationship between distractions and exam performance Signup and view all the answers

Why was this study significant according to the text?

It was the first time a study showed an impact on long-term retention from divided attention Signup and view all the answers

What did the study by Rutgers University–New Brunswick find regarding in-class cellphone use and test scores?

Students perform worse in end-of-term exams when using devices for non-academic purposes. Signup and view all the answers

What did the study suggest about students who attend lectures where electronic device use is permitted but choose not to use them?

They also perform worse in exams, indicating a negative impact of device use on the learning environment. Signup and view all the answers

According to lead researcher Arnold Glass, what effect does dividing attention between electronic devices and the lecturer have on exam performance?

An insidious effect, leading to worse performance on tests and final grades. Signup and view all the answers

How many cognitive psychology students were involved in the experiment conducted by Rutgers University–New Brunswick?

118 students Signup and view all the answers

What did Arnold Glass suggest teachers should do to manage device use in the classroom?

Explain to students the damaging effect of distractions on retention. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the experiment led by Arnold Glass and Mengxue Kang at Rutgers University–New Brunswick?

To analyze the effects of electronic device use during classroom lectures on test performance. Signup and view all the answers