Test Preparation Flashcards
7 cards from real TMU practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 7 Test Preparation flashcards as text
Which sleep-related practice has the strongest evidence for consolidating newly learned material before an exam?
Answer: Sleeping 7–9 hours the night after a study session
A full night's sleep (7–9 hours) is when the brain consolidates short-term memories into long-term storage through slow-wave and REM sleep.
A student scores lower on practice tests when working in a noisy coffee shop than at a quiet desk. What does this suggest about their optimal study environment?
Answer: The testing environment context matters; they should study in conditions similar to exam conditions
Context-dependent memory means performance is often best when the study environment matches the test environment.
In a math word problem, which step should come FIRST before performing any calculations?
Answer: Identify what the question is actually asking and what information is given
Understanding what is being asked prevents wasted calculations and ensures you solve the right problem.
What is 'test-wiseness,' and how can it help on a standardized exam?
Answer: Using knowledge of test structure, question formats, and strategies to improve performance beyond content knowledge alone
Test-wiseness strategies — such as using process of elimination and managing time — can improve scores independent of content mastery.
Which of the following is a sign that a student's study plan lacks sufficient active learning?
Answer: They spend most study time re-reading and highlighting textbooks
Passive strategies like re-reading and highlighting produce weak retention compared to active recall and application.
A student preparing for TMU's verbal section struggles with vocabulary. Which approach builds the most durable word knowledge?
Answer: Learning words in context through reading and using them in sentences
Encountering and using words in context creates richer semantic networks that support recall and usage under pressure.
What is the primary advantage of forming a study group for exam preparation, compared to studying alone?
Answer: Explaining concepts to peers and receiving varied perspectives strengthens understanding and reveals gaps
Teaching others ('the protégé effect') and hearing different explanations exposes gaps and deepens comprehension beyond solo study.