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1
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Why is pitting the learning of basic knowledge against creative thinking a false choice?
A
Because the stronger one’s knowledge about the subject at hand, the more nuanced one’s creativity can be in addressing a new problem in that subject.
2
Q
What is the testing effect?
A
The testing effect is the enhancement of the long-term retention of information as the result of taking a test.
3
Q
When the mind has to work, learning _____ better.
A
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