EDUC 1300 Chapter 8: Taking Tests Review

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When designing your exam plan, you should NOT... create a strict schedule from which you cannot deviate

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create a strict schedule from which you cannot deviate

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What is NOT a recommended strategy for exam preparation? Asking your instructor about the exam, Managing your preparation time wisely, Joining a study group

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Adjusting your sleep routine to allow for late-night studying

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Which strategy will BEST help you prepare for math and science exams? Options: Completing homework assignments only when they will be graded, Setting aside your notes from previous chapters so you can focus on current material, Studying formulas by preparing and reviewing paragraph-length explanations, Attending every class and always showing up on time

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Attending every class and always showing up on time

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Zoe is preparing for her history midterm tomorrow. One of the many things she can do to prepare physically is...?

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maintain her regular sleep schedule

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What is one way to emotionally prepare for an exam?

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practice relaxing

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Which is an example of positive self-talk? Options: "I never do well on math exams.", "I have skipped several lectures, but I have done enough of the required reading to get by.", "I'm positive that I will fail this exam", "I have covered all my bases. I'm ready to do well on the exam."

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"I have covered all my bases. I'm ready to do well on the exam."

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Which strategy will help Cedric keep track of his thoughts as he takes the test? Options: Rushing through the test and answering everything as quickly as possible, Turning in his test as soon as he finishes so he doesn't second-guess his answers, Jotting down a brief list of notes or an outline of ideas on the back of his test, Answering the question in order, from first to last

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Jotting down a brief list of notes or an outline of ideas on the back of his test

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You are LEAST likely to have a lab test in a______course

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literature

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What should you do if you finish your test early? Options: Go back and check your answers, Relax and wait for the period to end, Turn it in immediately, Start studying your notes for your next class

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Go back and check your answers

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Which of the following should you avoid when taking a problem-solving test?
Options:
Make sure your solution makes sense.
Assume that answers from a calculator are correct.
Show your work as you solve the problem.
Work the problem in reverse to check your solution.

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Assume that answers from a calculator are correct.