TMU Time Management 4

Question 1

A student is overwhelmed by the number of tasks on their to-do list. What should they do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Categorize and prioritize tasks by urgency and importance

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Start with the easiest task to build confidence

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Ask a classmate to take over some assignments

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Eliminate all optional tasks immediately

Question 2

Which of the following is an internal distraction that negatively impacts time management?

Accepted Answer

Intrusive thoughts and daydreaming during study sessions

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Noisy study environments

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Frequent text message notifications

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Unscheduled visitors in a shared study space

Question 3

What is the primary benefit of reviewing and reflecting on your time management system weekly?

Accepted Answer

It helps identify patterns, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement

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It allows you to catch up on missed assignments

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It reduces the number of tasks needed next week

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It satisfies academic integrity requirements at TMU

Question 4

Which scenario best illustrates effective use of 'energy management' alongside time management?

Accepted Answer

Scheduling the most difficult tasks during your peak mental energy hours

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Working for the longest possible hours each day to maximize output

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Avoiding all breaks to maintain momentum on important projects

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Completing tasks in alphabetical order to stay organized

Question 5

What does the acronym SMART stand for when setting time-bound academic goals?

Accepted Answer

Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

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Simple, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely

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Strategic, Motivating, Actionable, Realistic, Trackable

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Structured, Meaningful, Ambitious, Reliable, Tactical

Question 6

How does chronic procrastination differ from strategic delay in time management?

Accepted Answer

Chronic procrastination avoids tasks due to discomfort; strategic delay postpones lower-priority work deliberately

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Chronic procrastination is intentional; strategic delay is reactive

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Strategic delay is always harmful; chronic procrastination can be beneficial

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There is no meaningful difference between the two

Question 7

A student notices they spend three hours daily on tasks that contribute little to their academic goals. Which principle best describes this observation?

Accepted Answer

The Pareto Principle (80/20 Rule)

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Parkinson's Law

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The Zeigarnik Effect

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The Planning Fallacy