Author Question: The rationale for use of short, frequent study periods that focus on understanding the material is ... (Read 90 times)

jCorn1234 · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

The rationale for use of short, frequent study periods that focus on understanding the material is

a. to memorize facts.
b. to lay down a neural trace.
c. to prevent old knowledge from interfering with recall of new knowledge.
d. to motivate learning by developing a positive attitude toward the subject matter.

Question 2

A nursing student complains about difficulty remembering information read in the text. To resolve this problem effectively, the student should address the fact that the most common reason students cannot remember information is

a. information overload.
b. lack of understanding of the material.
c. new knowledge interferes with recall of old knowledge.
d. old knowledge interferes with recall of new material.

chreslie · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A neural trace is required to move information from temporary to permanent memory. Striving for understanding gives the 4 to 5 seconds necessary for the formation of the neural trace. The other options do not provide a valid rationale.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Reading with comprehension is required if one is to retain the information. Information overload is a fallacy. New and old knowledge interfering with recall are not the most common reasons for not remembering.