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Sam's HOrse Must eat oats

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which is the best option for creating a sentence mnemonic to help a student remember the Great Lakes in order of their size(Superior,Huron,Michigan,erie,ontario)?

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repetition

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academic learning is similar to learning physical activites such as dance or footaball. You generally need to reapeat the action or the new information several times to take it in. Then you need to practice to prevent forgetting. Which study strategy would best promote learning and retention, according to the text excerpt?

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types of questions

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review the scenario and answer the question that follows. Shabeen want s to make test preparation plan for his first French test. He begins with step one "analyze the syllabus". french I test I step 1: analyze the sylllabus test date chapters pretest date review date percentage of grade What step has Shabeen forgotten to include in step 1 of his test prep?

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describe and support

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read this subjective test question and answer the question that follows. Language is acquired by human beings at a very young age. Describe 2 different theoris of how humnas acquire langauge. Support each theory using case studies you read in your textbook. Which words should a test taker notice before answering the question?

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to remember the days of the week in Spanish, LUcy recites them to the tune of the alphabet song

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Choose the example that best represents the use of a jingle as a memory tool.

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which topics will be covered and what types of questions should i expect?

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Which question would be best to ask an instructor before a test?

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draw mind maps and think links

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Jessie prefers to learn through a visual mode. She has to take a test in 2 weeks in her sociology class. She creates a test prepartion plan that includes reading over her notes and answering questions at the end of the chapters. Knowing her learning preference, which stragey would be most helpful to Jessie as she prepares for her test?

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all the students were cheating on the test

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To prepare for an objective test in his ethics class, Trevor decides to create a true/false test. Which phrasing should he use to create the statement LEAST likely to be true?

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describe how verbal and nonverbal communication differ

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Joesf's communications teacher includes this question on the test: "Contrast verbal and nonverbal communications." What should Josef do to answer the question correctly?

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an acronym

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a helpful association method like remembering the Allies during World War II as BAR(Britain, America, and Russia) is called ______________.

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song or rhyme

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"I before E, except after C, or when sounded like A, as in neighbor or weigh" is an example of a mneumonic that uses________.

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mneumonics

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Read the scenario and answer the question that follows. Sacha uses creative phrases, rhymes, and sentences to help her memorize information for her Biology test. Sacha uses this technique to condense key information into short, easy to remember memory cues. Which memory technique is Sacha using?

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when should our country go to war?

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Which questions requires critical thinking skills? what day of the year is pearl harbor day? what is your name? when should our country go to war? what is your favorite band?

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it will be better for everyone, including students, to rasie tuition

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as a critical thinker focusing on the issue of increasing tuition costs at your school, you consider this view from a faculty member: "The economic downturn has resulted in a multimillion dollar state budget deficit, so the legislature has cut our budget by millions of dollars. To adjust to the cuts, we are considering eliminating faculty positions, reducing class offerings, and increasing tuition by three percent. It will be better for everyone, including students, to raise tuition." which part of this statement are opinions?

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What issue most contributes to missed meetings?

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read the scenario. a student decided to go to a party instead of meeting with his geology team to work on an experiment that was due the next day. This was not the first time the student had missed a team meeting. The student is confronted by his team to discuss the situation. Which question can most help the team members define the root cause of the problem?

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think before they act

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what do people with high emotional intelligence do when making decisions?

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the mother's volume

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Read the scenario. A mother came home from a long day at work to find her son's books and clothes scattered around the house. The son was watching a violent TV show. The mother asked her son why he was not cleaning or doing homeowrk. The son calmly answered that he had finished the homework. The mother began yelling at the son who yelled back at his mother. What triggered the son;s strong emotion?

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state the issue

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What is the first step in the critical thinking process?

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repeat the steps of the critical thinking process

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You went through the critical thinking processand seleted several jobs to apply to, but today, you heard about another opening that might be worth considering. What should you do now?

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the same types of problems and issues will occur again and again

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As hard as you try to manage your finances, you never seem to enough money to pay your monthly bills. What happens if you do NOT identify and solve root issues for problems you are having?

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finding a way to get from work to school

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read the scenario. Johnny works at a local industry and is taking classes to get his AD. He works until 3pm and takes classes in the late afternoons and evenings. Recently, his car broke down and he does not have the money to fix it. Johnny has been geeting a rid to work with a co worker, but he does not have a ride to school. Select the phrase that best identifies Johnny's problem.

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her school health center

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Valeria has missed many classes this term term because she is often sick. She thinks that this problem might be caused by her lifestyle decisions. Where could Valeria most likely find good info about how to solve her problems of being unhealthy?

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opinion

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"Gas prices are going to increase because oil companies are hoarding profits". This statement is an example of

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evalute potential solutions

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In an environmental science class, students are researching water quality of local streams of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. They have identified the problem and generated potential solutions. Which step should they address next in the problem solving process?

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read assignments before class and think about the material

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How can you best prepare for taking notes in class?

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Artificial Intelligence(AL)

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Your instructor, who tends to speak informally, says "Robots to clean your house?I wish! A box to translate text into any language? Glasses for Xray vision? Sounds like science fiction. It's called Artifical Intelligence, people-Al. And it's invading our lives. Some go so far as to call it a new life form. It's really just advanced technology. The science of designing smart machines mainly computerized." What heading do write in your notes?

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a before and after change in Facebook

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What is the realtionship between the 2 pieces of information in the foolowing sentence? "Orginally designed in 2004 as a social network exclusively for college students, Facework today has become an online hotspot for porfessionals."

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there may be incomplete or confusing ideas you need to clarify

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You are struggling in your chemistry class and are constantly getting confused about the material being presented in class, although you take notes. Why should you review and revise your notes after each class?

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to have info to help you complete assignments and prepare for exams

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Why should you take notes during class?

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Technology=how things ought to be+discoveries that lead to theories

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Your teacher explains, " Techniology is concerned with how things ought to be and results in discoveries that lead to theories." Which is the best way to write this idea in your notebook so that the point is brief, yet clear?

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recall information

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What do mnemonic devices best help you to do?

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there may be incomplete or confusing ideas you need to clarify

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What is the most important reason to review and revise your notes after each class?

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you should mark the place in your notes, move on, and correct it later

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Your instructor invited a guest speaker to talk about the new solar project being conducted by the school. When writing notes about this lecture in outline form, what is the best action to take if you accidentally record a new topic as a minor detail of the previous topic?

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compare/contrast

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Tara's education instructor presents this information: Children at the age of 2 can say about 50 words. Often, only their parents can understand what they're asking for. However, around the age of 4, children should be answer basic questions in a clear way. How should Tara organize this information in her notes?

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the instructor writes the point on the board

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How does an instructor signal that information discussed in class is especially important?

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auditory

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if a student learns best by sitting and listening quietly, which learning preference is she most likely to have?

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take notes in mapping format

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A student has a strong visual learning preference. How could he most effectively create a visual learning experience in a lecture class?

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a visual learner who makes charts out of class notes

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in a group of students with various learning preferences, which student is using his or her strengths most effectively?

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choose classroom and study strategies targeted to their strengths

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what does identifying learning preferences allow students to do?

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an auditory learner listening to vocabulary on an MP3 player

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which student is likely to remember the most from his study session?

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lack of physical motion

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Abrahem is a strong kinesthetic learner. He is studying for a test by rereading the chapter and is having trouble remembering what he is reading. What is a likely cause of his difficulty?

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meeting with a study group to discuss class material

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Which study strategy would work best for an auditory learner?

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intrapersonal intelligence centers on understanding oneself, whereas interpersonal intelligence centers on understanding others

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which statement correctly compares intrapersonal and interpersonal intelligences of Howard Gardner's Multiple INtelligences frameworks?

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Phillip has a strong interpersonal intelligence

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Read the scenario. Phillip is a salesperson in a cell phone store. Customers turn to Phillip for help becasue he listens carefully to their problems and finds the correct phone solution for each person without rushing. Which statement describes Phillip based on the scenario?

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record key facts and listen to the recording over and over

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How might strong auditory learner most effectively study for a test?

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Plato

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which learning theorist believed we learn best by talking to an expert in a specific field?

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new knowledge can change the brain's thinking patterns

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What does neuroplasticity prove?

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after class say "That was a great debate. I hope I didn't come on too strong." listen. watch facial expressions and body langauage

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in class disagreeing with a classmate results in a lively, heated debate. You find it illuminating but you worry that you may have offended your classmate. What is the best way to find out?

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"Dear Professor Cohen , as you may have noticed , I missed class on tuesday

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which option is the best way to begin an email to Professor Cohen explaining your absence from class?

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She should pull Larry aside to discuss perceived team problems

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Read the scenario. Bob, Candy, Larry and Sue are on a formal team because they work in the same deptment . In the meetings , Larry stares at the floor and participates very little. Affter each meeting, Larry goes immediately to a coworkers office to complain that team members never talk to him. The coworker finally tells Candy that Larry is upset, and she should do something. What should Candy do?

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manage his emotions about amy's actions

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Marcus is on a team to plan volunteer opportunites for employees in the company. HIs role is to handle public communications about the company's intentions. During a meetin, Marcus becomes furious when his colleague, Amy, proudly announces that she has already contacted several nonprofit organizations. What should Marcus do to be an effective team member?

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have your notes and assignment handouts in hand. Have a pencil ready

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What is the best way to enter your instructor's office during office hours to ask a question about yesterday's class notes and assignments?

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The assignment is due today

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while discussing an arguement with a non-native speaker, Billy realizes that he should avoid using informal, colloquial terms.

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divide the work and fix the problem

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maria leads a small marketing team. The project includes graphics music and slogans. The clients tell Maria the team did not do what they asked . What should the team do?

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I and II

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I. goals are agreed upon. II. goals are often unclear. III. Communication is timely IV. Communication is "as needed" Which traits are associated with a team?

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relationship goals

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sally and grant took Introduction to Business management together. Every term since then, Sally and Grant have emailed each other notes and thoughts about their business classes, even if they weren't in the same section. Which communication goals are sally and grant working on?

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face to face

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which type of communication prevents misunderstanding by allowing the sender to control how a message is received?

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agreement

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what does maintaining nodding while listening during a conversation show?

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people who depend heavily on technology risk becoming isolated

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which statement about communication techniques is true?

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highly significant

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Alfonso tells his study group about his feelings about his upcoming divorce. what level self disclosure is alfonso sharing?

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Paul

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mike appreciates his Italian-American culture, but treats everyone as an individual. Paul raised in Ohio, but Europeans have a superior culture. Sharon is relgious and avoids people she considers evil. Trina is African-American and prefers to surround herself with people who are the same. What person shows an example of xenocentrism?

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Julio says " I am a little stressed about our deadline. Let's talk after class and compare schedules."

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Julio and Ryan are working on a project together. Julio: 19, full time student government, lives with his parents, political science major Ryan:33, works full time, returning student, computer programming major. Julio and Ryan are having difficulty scheduling meetings to work together. Which response show the best way to deal with the conflict?

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move beyond their feelings

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Brian grew up in a violent neighborhood and believes that only police should have weapons. Donna grew up in the country enjoying family huntin trips. The students are having a heated debate about gun control in class. How should the students handle their different viewpoints?

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dooming and glooming

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Edith spends a lot of time telling the study group that there is no point in putting alot of work into studying because the teacher does not give in to students. Which type of difficult behavior does edith show?

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compromise when many disagree

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what is an effective way to act when working in a team>

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the goal is not specific

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identify why the following statement is not a S.M.A.R.T. goal, " I plan to major in a subject that will help me help people when i graduate."

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long term goal

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"I will take the GRE within 2 years." This statement is an example of a

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I will spend half an hour practicing my French every day this year so I can converse in French with a friend

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which example is a long term goal?

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knowledge

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Lawrence is strongly considering a career in library science. Which central value would Lawrence be most likely to have to connect him to that goal?

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people with at least a bachelor's degree make more money than people with an associate's degree

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which statement about annual earnings and unemployement is true?

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instructors provide less guidance in college than in high school

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what is one way college culture differs from high school culture?

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both because each student is expected to do their own work

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Tanya finishes her essay for health class. Her friend, Ted, is writing a paper on a similar topic for English class. Tanya lets Ted use her paper to turn in to his English instructor. Who is cheatin

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let go of all past attitudes and actions

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to create success in your life through positive change,

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by having a focused, directed goal

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how is change accomplished?

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yolanda

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which shows maturity after receiving negative feedback from an instructor? jennifer- I studied a lot. I should drop this class. mark-I'm not learnigng anything, That instructor is no good. stephan-I'm not good at science, so this grade is understandable" yolanda-" I need help. I'd better find a tutor"

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something you set for yourself at a point in time to achieve something that takes detailed attention to attain

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define goal

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a rut where you feel comfortable where you are and beyond that point is uncomfortable, but sometimes better for you

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define comfort zone

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donate everything you don't need to a charity

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which option can help a student simplify his or her life?

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Karl should re examine his priorities

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Karl is finishing his first term of college. He pledged a fraternity and is now being pressured to run for executive office of the fraternity the next term. Pledging caused Karl's grades to drop below his expectations. He feels pressure from his parents to improve his grades and pressure form his fraternity brothers to take an active role in the fraternity. What intervention should Karl apply?

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take advantage of campus services

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Tremaine is the first person in his family to go to college. Many of his family members even think he is wasting his time. What should Tremaine do?

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procrastinating

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It's Friday afternoon, and Sybil has 2 papers to write, 2 tests to study for, and several chapters to read by MOnday. She knows it will take most of the weekend to complete her work well. Instead of starting on her work that night, she decides to go out to dinner and movies. What Sybil doing?

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self-actualization

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What is the top level of maslow's hierarchy of basic needs/

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learned helplessness

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Violet wants to go to a 4 year college, but her parents want her to go to community college and stay at home where they can continue to help her make decisions. Violet's advisors explain ways that Violet can apply for 4 year schools. Violet waits for parents to fill out the applications with her, but they do not have time before the deadlines have passed. Which attutude is holding Violet back?

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evaluate her schedule and accept the role only if it will not interfere with her other responsibilities

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Megan is very involved on campus, enjoys socializing with friends, volunteers on weekends, and always makes time to call her family. She is busy so she follows a strict schedule to ensure she completes her academic work. The president of one of the clubs she is involved in asks her to take a leadership role and oversee the club's volunteer work? what should Megan do?

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yes, because he needs to manage his time better

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williams goal is to earn his bs in biology. week1-2 william attends every class and studies every night week 3-5 williams spends increasing amounts of time with friends week6 william drops two courses he is failing week 7-8 william works hard to learn all the info for the semester in his remaining courses. Is william's behavior self defeating?

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set up a meeting with her academic advisor to discuss her workload

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savannah has a scholarship that requires her to maintain a 3.0 GPA. a few weeks into her first semester she realizes she is doing poorly in some of her classes . she begins to worry that she will not meet the GPA requirements to maintain her scholarship. Her stress level is rising and she doesn't know what to do. What should Savannah do?

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feeling fatigued

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Adam has been feeling a lot of pressure at work lately. He is having trouble focusing on a big prject. He is having obsessive thoughts about failing and just wants to sleep all day. Today he is staying home to sleep. Which of adam's problems is a physical side effect of his stress?

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taking calculated risks pushes people toward success

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which statement about self esteem is true?

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eric goes to school because he wants to be the first man in his family to earn a college degree

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which factor shows internal motivation?

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monica should visit a school counseler for help

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monica is a freshman in college. halfway through the term, monica's grandmother dies. monica is experiencing physical fatigue, headaches, and stomachaches. she is no longer interested in classes and her grades are falling. monica is spiraling into a depression and no longer knows what to do. what intervention should monica apply?

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unreasonably high exceptations

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demetrius sets extremely high standards for himslef. he is motivated to succeed in school, is intelligent, and expects to make only the best grades on his work. he has an excellant realtionship wit his professors and works with a tutor making his work his highest priority. demetrius earns good grades but he doesn't understand why he has a difficult time getting started on his work each day and will often procrastinate. What seems to be hindering demetrius from getting started on his work?

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exercising 30 minutes daily

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which action would help reduce stress.

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re evaluate her priorities and long term goals

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megan is very involved on campus. due to her extra-curricular responsibilities, megan has fallen behind in her classes. she is unmotivated to catch up and dreads the thought of having to complete her work. which action would help megan most?

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drink a sugary drink when tired

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which behavior is self defeating?

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perfectionism

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jesse is always busy, but isn't able to complete all of her course work without staying up most of the night. she tries to start her work several times throughout the day. when she starts her work she has a mental block and is unable to perform. she is concerned that her work will not be sufficiently high quality. what form of procrastination is jesse experiencing?

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visualize her success

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betty keeps house and takes care of her children. she would like to a daycare in her house. every time she starts to apply she thinks, "I can't handle more responsibilty. what should betty do to overcome this negative self-talk?

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focus his time and energy on the most important tasks

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matt works a part time job, is active in the debate club, plays intramural sports, and volunteers at the local childrens home. although matt has completed all his assignments on time, he has been extremely stressed lately and thinks the quality of his work has decreased. which action should matt take to improve the quality of his academic work?

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motivation that comes from within oneself

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define intrinsic motivation

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motivation that comes from an external source such as other people

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define extrinsic motivation

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iambic pentameter

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from the sentence, "shakespeare used, with flexibility and dexterity, iambic pentameter, a metric scheme made of 10 syllables with alternate stressed and unstressed beats," what key word or words would you jot in your notes?

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some computers are programmed to use reason to answer questions

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your teacher reads a quote from a magazine article: "Computers, now in development, are programmed with a knowledge base of common sense, facts, and language skills. These machines are designed to respond to user-based queries using a sophisiticated system of reason and inference once only applied to humans." What is the best paraphrase of the excerpt?

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previewing material supplies background information on the topics to be covered in class

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what is the benefit of previewing your reading material before class?

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writing notes in an upside down T

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what is one characteristic of the Cornell note taking system?

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clearly state the problem, analyze its cause and effects, brainstorm possible solutions,, evaluate the pros and cons of each potential choice, pick an option, try it out, and evaluate its success

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which sequence of events illustrates the most helpful problem solving plan?

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think before they act

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what do people with high emotional intelligence do when making decisions?

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explain the difference between short-term and long-term memory

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ana is creating a practice test for this course. Her instructor has asked her to include both subjective and objective questions. which question best fulfills the requirement for subjective questions?

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make a list or outline all the key concepts from the text and lectures

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in ruby's introductory sociology class the instructor gives a 40 item multiple choice test every second week. each test covers about 30 pages of lecture notes and 3 chapters of information. which step should ruby take first to prepare for these objective tests?

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