BCA Academic Preparation 5

Question 1

Which study strategy involves reviewing material in short, repeated sessions over time rather than all at once?

Accepted Answer

Spaced repetition

Answer

Spaced repetition distributes studying over multiple sessions, which is proven to improve long-term retention.

Question 2

What is the value of x if 2x + 7 = 19?

Accepted Answer

6

Answer

Subtracting 7 from both sides gives 2x = 12, then dividing by 2 gives x = 6.

Question 3

In an argumentative essay, which element provides evidence to counter the opposing viewpoint?

Accepted Answer

Rebuttal

Answer

A rebuttal acknowledges the opposing argument and then refutes it with evidence or reasoning.

Question 4

Which of the following correctly describes Newton's Second Law of Motion?

Accepted Answer

Force equals mass times acceleration

Answer

Newton's Second Law states that Force = mass × acceleration (F = ma).

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy?

Accepted Answer

Concluding that X causes Y simply because X preceded Y

Answer

Concluding causation from sequence alone is the 'post hoc ergo propter hoc' fallacy — correlation does not equal causation.

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