Jeffrey needs to study for an upcoming exam.He does a number of things to prepare for the exam, four of which are listed below.Three of these illustrate metacognition. Which one reflects little or no any metacognitive activity?
A)He allocates adequate study time for the exam.
B)He directs his eyes to the first page of his textbook.
C)He identifies a suitable mnemonic technique that will help him remember a difficult piece of information.
D)He tests himself to see if he is sufficiently prepared for the exam.

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Directing his eyes to the first page of his textbook reflects a simple action, but it does not illustrate metacognition, which involves thinking about one's own thinking processes, decision making, and learning strategies. The other options (A, C, and D) involve deliberate planning, monitoring, and evaluating of one's learning, and therefore illustrate metacognition.

Jeffrey Needs to Study for an Upcoming Exam