John spends ten hours studying for a test, and he spreads those ten hours over several days. Julie spends ten hours studying for the same test, but she studies all ten hours the day before the test. Because they spent an equal amount of time studying, they should get about the same scores on the test (assuming they are students of equal ability).

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The timing and distribution of study sessions can affect retention and understanding. Spacing out study sessions (spaced repetition) is generally more effective for long-term retention than cramming all study time into one session.

John Spends Ten Hours Studying for a Test, and He