Question 1

Discuss the research on multi-tasking conducted by Sana, Westin and Cepeda (2013). Why is this research important?

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Question 2

Explain the ABCS model of goal setting.

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Question 3

Your friend AJ is famous for procrastinating, but he really wants to stop this behavior so he can perform better academically. What advice would you give AJ?

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Question 4

Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of electronic and paper planners or organizers.

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Question 5

Describe the research on multi-tasking and the benefits of engaging in single -tasking.

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Question 6

Based on the findings from the Morisano et al. (2010) research study, describe the benefits of goal setting.

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Question 7

While Raj is walking to class, he is listening to music. This is an example of:
A) Task switching
B) Dual tasking
C) Competitive tasking
D) Complex tasking

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Dual tasking involves performing two tasks simultaneously, such as walking to class while listening to music. Task switching involves switching between two or more tasks, competitive tasking involves performing two tasks in competition with each other, and complex tasking involves performing one task that requires multiple steps or components.

Question 8

Why is it important to celebrate success?

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Question 9

Why is a time log a valuable activity?

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Question 10

Sam is reading his textbook but when he receives a message from his Facebook page, he turns his attention to Facebook. This is an example of:
A) Task switching
B) Dual tasking
C) Competitive tasking
D) Simple tasking

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Task switching occurs when a person interrupts one task in order to start or complete another task. In this case, Sam interrupted reading his textbook to check his Facebook message, indicating task switching. Dual tasking refers to performing two tasks simultaneously, competitive tasking refers to performing two tasks where one task interferes with the other, and simple tasking refers to performing only one task at a time.

Question 11

Multi-tasking can result in all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Increased stress
B) Poorer performance
C) Increase time management
D) Decreased decision making skills

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While multitasking can lead to increased stress, poorer performance, and decreased decision-making skills, it typically does not result in an increase in time management. In fact, trying to do multiple things at once can often make it more difficult to manage time effectively. Therefore, option C is the exception among the given options.

Question 12

Describe strategies that can increase a future time perspective.

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Question 13

Describe the research on working and success in college.

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Question 14

Create an effective to-do list for today. Explain why your list is an effective one.

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Question 15

Explain why short-term or proximal goals are valuable.

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Question 16

Why is learning to set effective goals important?

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Question 17

Students who engage in multi-tasking will:
A) Spend less time on both tasks
B) Spend about the same amount of time if they single-tasked
C) Spend more than if they single-tasked
D) There is not enough research on this topic to know

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Multi-tasking often leads to inefficiencies because the brain has to switch contexts between tasks, which can increase the total time spent compared to focusing on tasks one at a time.

Question 18

Laurie has the long term goal of becoming a nurse. Identify several sub-goals that she could create to help her achieve this goal. Advise her about how to best monitor her progress toward her goal.

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Question 19

Two types of multi-tasking are:
A) Task switching and dual tasking
B) Task switching and competitive tasking
C) Competitive tasking and complex tasking
D) Simple switching and complex switching

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Task switching involves switching between two or more tasks in sequence while dual tasking involves carrying out two or more tasks at the same time. These are the two main types of multitasking.

Question 20

Your classmate Sam says that his goal is to pass all of his classes this semester. Using your knowledge of the effective components of goal setting, evaluate this goal. Then write a more effective goal for Sam.

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Quiz 3: Setting Effective Goals and Making the Most of Your Time