Which of the following scenarios is an example of distributed practice?
A) learning a complex task one step at a time during the same session
B) learning to perform a task over a number of sessions with breaks in between sessions
C) continuing to practice even when the trainee has mastered the task to a high level
D) having several trainees learn to perform a task together, also described as group learning

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Distributed practice involves spacing out learning sessions with breaks in between to allow for retention and transfer of information. Option B is the only example that fits this description. Option A describes the method of chaining, not distributed practice. Option C describes overlearning, not distributed practice. Option D describes group learning, not distributed practice.

Which of the Following Scenarios Is an Example of Distributed