Quinn is getting ready for an exam in his biology class tomorrow. He has not studied yet, and is preparing all sort of caffeinated beverages to help him pull an "all-nighter." In memory terms, he is about to engage in ______ practice.
A) massed
B) segmented
C) linked
D) distributed

Question

Quinn is getting ready for an exam in his biology class tomorrow. He has not studied yet, and is preparing all sort of caffeinated beverages to help him pull an "all-nighter." In memory terms, he is about to engage in ______ practice.
A) massed 
B) segmented
C) linked
D) distributed

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Massed practice involves cramming or studying a large amount of material in a short amount of time, often in one session with little to no breaks. This type of practice is not effective for long-term retention of information and can lead to stress and burnout.

Quinn Is Getting Ready for an Exam in His Biology