Imagine That You Are Studying for a History of Psychology

Multiple Choice

Imagine that you are studying for a History of Psychology exam in which you have to list the years associated with particular landmark events in the field of psychology. Which of the following study strategies would reflect overlearning?

A) Studying key events and their respective years for the past 8 weeks.
B) Earning a perfect grade on a quiz before the exam.
C) Studying key events and their respective years even after you feel you know them.
D) Focusing on the key events and years that remain most difficult to memorize.