Research on Academic Achievement and Locus of Control Typically Finds

question 26

Multiple Choice

Research on academic achievement and locus of control typically finds

• A) internals perform better academically, but this difference does not surface until students reach college.
• B) externals perform better academically, but this difference disappears when students reach college.
• C) internals perform better academically, and this seems to be true at all age levels.
• D) externals perform better academically, and this seems to be true at all age levels.

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Definitions:

Chunking

A cognitive strategy that involves breaking down information into smaller, manageable units to enhance memory and recall.

Short-Term Memory

The capability to maintain a small volume of information in an immediate, ready-to-use state for a short time.

Chunking

A memory strategy that involves grouping individual pieces of information together into larger units to aid in recall.

Sensory Memory

The shortest-term element of memory which allows the retention of impressions of sensory information after the original stimuli have ended.