What Does Empirical Research Suggest About the Use of Highlighters

question 6

Multiple Choice

What does empirical research suggest about the use of highlighters to help you retain what you read?

• A) Highlighters are most effective when using different colors to denote different kinds of facts.
• B) Highlighters are ineffective because their use impedes other more practical techniques.
• C) Highlighters are only effective for visual learners.
• D) Yellow highlighters are more effective than other colors.

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Definitions:

Limited Information

The situation of having insufficient data or knowledge to make fully informed decisions.

Bounded Rationality

A decision strategy that relies on limited information and that reflects time constraints and political considerations.

Bounded Rationality

A theory suggesting that decision-makers are limited by the information they have, their cognitive limitations, and the finite amount of time they have to make a decision.

Time Constraints

The limitations or deadlines imposed on a task or project, influencing its completion.