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SS101 final
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A college education improves your ability to | Be a critical thinker |
| Another term for misinformation typically spread online is | fake news |
| Plans that relate to major accomplishments and that take some time to achieve are referred to as | long-term goals |
| The acronym SMART, as used in your textbook, stands for | specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-based |
| The classification number that tells you where to find a particular book in the library is known as the | call number |
| The most popular reason students give for enrolling in college is | to be able to get a better job, learn more, get training |
| The statement "Your future success depends on a single assignment, paper, or test" is an example of | a self-defeating thought |
| The unemployment rate for college graduates is _____blank those with only a high school degree. | one-half that of |
| When you view effort and hard work as keys to success, you may increase your | ability to perform |
| When you write a formal e-mail message, it is important to keep the following in mind: | Make sure the recipient knows who you are + keep attachments to a minimum, check spelling and grammar |
| Which illegal practice tries to trick e-mail users into disclosing personal information such as bank account or credit card numbers or passwords? | phishing |
| Which of the following are good strategies for getting the most out of an instructor's PowerPoint presentation? | - Remember that what the instructor says is more important than anything else - Use the key points in a presentation to help organize your studying for tests. - Remember that presentation slides are not the same as good notes for a class. |
| Which of the following behaviors will help you get the most out of a distance learning course? | - Find a cyberbuddy - Have a plan in case you cannot use your computer - Check in frequently |
| The fact that anyone can put information on the web is both the biggest asset and greatest disadvantage of using the web as an information source. | True |
| You should avoid using detailed subject lines in e-mails to instructors. | False |
| According to psychologist Abraham Maslow, what is the highest need that motivates our behavior? | Self-actualization |
| Actively listening and thinking during a lecture is | the most important aspect of taking notes |
| An instructor who frequently draws on the board may favor which type of teaching style? | Visual |
| Asking questions in class is | one of the most important things you can do during a class |
| How can you obtain a clearer picture of your own self-concept? | Identify your strengths and weaknesses and examine the roles you play |
| Identifying your own strengths and weaknesses and constructing a definition of the real you are ways to | get a clearer picture of your own self-concept |
| If you always like to study alone, you could be a(n) | Introverted |
| If you are sensitive to other people's moods and aware of other people's intentions, you have a strong | Interpersonal intelligence |
| The first step to improving your time management skills is to | determine how you are currently managing your time |
| The purpose of ranking your priorities is to | reveal what is and what is not important to accomplish |
| To figure out the best use of your time, you need to determine your | priorities |
| Understanding that everyone has value and self-worth is a strategy for | breaking the self-esteem cycle of failure |
| What type of processing concentrates more on tasks requiring verbal competence, such as speaking, reading, thinking, and reasoning? | Left-brain |
| Which of the following is an effective way to deal with procrastination? | Break large tasks into small pieces |
| Your phone ringing while you're studying for a critical exam is an example of a distraction. Of the following, which shows you are not in control? | You answer, become immersed in the call, and talk for more than an hour. |
| A formal technique used to make material more readily remembered is referred to as a(n) | Mnemonic |
| Academic honesty means | Only turning in your own work |
| Even if you're paraphrasing, why must you cite your sources when you're writing your research paper? | - to give readers information so they can follow up on the subject - to give the author credit |
| Pretending to explain your reading material to a fellow classmate helps you to | identify weak spots in your understanding of the material. |
| Regarding cramming, although there may be times when you can't study properly and have no choice but to cram for an exam, in the long run it can also be said that | cramming often ends up taking more time for worse results |
| Taking credit for someone else's words, thoughts, or ideas is known as | Plagiarism |
| What are the benefits of taking notes while reading an assignment? | - It reminds you of key points when you begin studying the material for an exam. - It makes the material part of your personal knowledge base. - It engages an additional perceptual system that helps you learn in an active way. |
| What is the main argument of a paper and asserts the author's position on a topic? | Thesis |
| What should you do to help comprehend what you're reading? | - Look up the definition of unfamiliar words. - Rephrase key points. - Underline or highlight key points. |
| When you freewrite, you | write continuously for a fixed period of time without self-criticism. |
| Which of the following techniques can you use to write papers effectively? | - Construct an outline. - Organize note cards or other research material by topic. - Write the thesis statement first. |
| Which special techniques help with math anxiety? | - Avoid negative self-talk. - Practice math problems under pressure, using a timer. - Review math fundamentals prior to moving on to more advanced topics. |
| It is best to wait until after you do badly on a test to visit your campus learning or tutorial center. | False |
| It is important to depend on your first response to a test question and avoid changing your answer. | False |
| The first or last sentence of a paragraph will often present a key point. | True |
| Beliefs and expectations about members of a group that are held simply because of their membership in the group are referred to as | Stereotypes |
| Decision making is focused on choosing among alternatives. What is problem solving focused on? | generating alternatives |
| Every decision starts with | Identifying your short- and long-term goals |
| Identifying your short- and long-term goals should be the first step in | Decision making |
| In a conflict situation, using phrases such as “Are you saying …” or “Do you mean that …” are part of which conflict-resolution strategy? | Asking for clarification |
| Some of the methods for solving life's more difficult problems include which of the following? | - Work backward. - Take another person's perspective. - Use graphs and charts. |
| What should you do to overcome stereotypes and develop cultural competence? | - Avoid making assumptions. - Accept people for who they are. - Take a vacation to another state or country. |
| What term refers to bias against particular groups about which we are not consciously aware? | Implicit bias |
| Which of the following are common pitfalls in decision making and problem solving? | - confusing opinion with fact - jumping to conclusions - accepting vague generalities |
| Which of the following are recommended strategies for improving your listening skills? | - Demonstrate that you are listening with nonverbal indications such as head nods, eye contact, "uh-huhs," and "OKs." - Ask questions. - Rephrase the speaker's statement to capture the essential message in different words. |
| Which of the following statements represent stereotypes? | - "People from the Dominican Republic are always terrific baseball players." - "Those swimsuit models are superficial." |
| Which of the following steps should you follow when assessing your alternatives? | - Determine the likelihood that your selected outcomes will take place. - Compare alternatives. - Determine possible outcomes for each alternative. |
| Conflict is not necessarily bad. | True |
| Every problem has a clear-cut solution. | False |
| When alternatives seem equally positive or negative to you, it might be a good idea to take some time making your decision. | True |
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