In Thinking About a Major Assignment That Is Due in One

question 79

Multiple Choice

In thinking about a major assignment that is due in one week,Jacey focuses on the tasks to be accomplished and how she thinks she will approach each task.She does not spend much time thinking about how long similar tasks have taken her in the past.As a result,Jacey is likely to underestimate the amount of time needed for the assignment.This is probably because Jacey has ________.

• A)fallen prey to the negativity bias
• B)activated an inappropriate schema
• C)engaged in magical thinking
• D)entered a planning or narrative mode of thought
• E)never attempted a similar type of assignment in the past

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Definitions:

Field-Independent

Field-independent individuals have the cognitive ability to focus on specific information or tasks without being significantly influenced by surrounding context or distractions.

Field-Dependent

A cognitive style where individuals are more likely to rely on external references for processing information and solving problems.

Studying Alone

The practice of learning or reviewing material by oneself without the direct involvement of teachers or peers.

Individual Differences

Individual differences entail the variations or deviations among individuals in regard to a particular characteristic or trait.