Academic Preparation Flashcards

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Which study strategy involves reviewing material in short, repeated sessions over time rather than all at once?
Answer: Spaced repetition
Spaced repetition distributes studying over multiple sessions, which is proven to improve long-term retention.
What is the value of x if 2x + 7 = 19?
Answer: 6
Subtracting 7 from both sides gives 2x = 12, then dividing by 2 gives x = 6.
In an argumentative essay, which element provides evidence to counter the opposing viewpoint?
Answer: Rebuttal
A rebuttal acknowledges the opposing argument and then refutes it with evidence or reasoning.
Which of the following correctly describes Newton's Second Law of Motion?
Answer: Force equals mass times acceleration
Newton's Second Law states that Force = mass × acceleration (F = ma).
Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy?
Answer: Concluding that X causes Y simply because X preceded Y
Concluding causation from sequence alone is the 'post hoc ergo propter hoc' fallacy — correlation does not equal causation.
What percentage of 80 is 20?
Answer: 25%
20 ÷ 80 × 100 = 25%, so 20 is 25% of 80.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an effective academic paragraph?
Answer: Multiple unrelated ideas in one paragraph
An effective paragraph focuses on one main idea; including multiple unrelated ideas weakens coherence and clarity.