How to Study

What is the primary benefit of testing yourself with flashcards and quizzes?

• It allows for passive review of information.

• It creates a false sense of competence.

• It forces active retrieval of knowledge, strengthening memory.

• It is less effective than rereading textbooks.

What is the benefit of interleaving different subjects or concepts during a study session?

• It helps the brain to focus on a single topic more deeply.

• It leads to better retention by forcing the brain to temporarily forget and then retrieve information.

• It is only effective for memorizing facts, not understanding concepts.

• It reduces the need for sleep between study sessions.

Why is spacing out your study sessions across multiple days more effective than cramming?

• It allows the brain to actively store and integrate knowledge during rest and sleep.

• It makes the material feel fresher in your mind right before an exam.

• It reduces the overall time spent studying.

• It prevents the brain from making any mistakes during learning.