Why Might Studying All Night for an Exam the Next

question 159

Multiple Choice

Why might studying all night for an exam the next day be a bad approach?

• A) Memories are weaker if they are formed during the night.
• B) New information requires at least 24 hours to be processed by the brain.
• C) Staying awake for 24 hours is likely to cause hallucinations during the exam.
• D) Studies indicate that a good night's sleep after learning can improve memory performance.

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Definitions:

Defensive Self-Esteem

A form of self-esteem that is fragile and primarily focused on defending oneself from criticism and failure.

Reciprocal Determinism

A theory in psychology proposed by Albert Bandura that posits an individual's behavior is both influenced by and influences their personal factors and the environment.

External Locus

A belief system where individuals perceive the outcomes of their actions as being controlled by external forces or fate rather than their own efforts.

False Consensus

A cognitive bias where individuals overestimate how much others share their beliefs, values, or behaviors.