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    C.2.2 Attentional control - IB Questionbank

    The C.2.2 Attentional control question bank gives IB Sports, exercise and health science (SEHS - Old) students Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) authentic exam-style practice that mirrors IB Paper 1, 2, 3 structure and difficulty. Covering key syllabus areas such as core principles, advanced applications, and practical problem-solving, this resource builds confidence by training students in the same style of questions set by IB examiners. With instant solutions, detailed explanations, and syllabus-aligned practice, RevisionDojo helps students sharpen problem-solving skills and prepare effectively for mocks and final assessments. More than just practice, this question bank teaches students how to think the way IB examiners expect.

    Question 1
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two stages of Fitts and Posner’s model of learning.

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    2.

    State two characteristics of the associative stage of learning.

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    3.

    Describe how feedback supports motor learning.

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    4.

    Explain how the cognitive stage differs from the autonomous stage in terms of performance.

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    5.

    Outline the role of distributed practice in learning new motor skills.

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    6.

    Discuss how a coach could structure a practice session for a beginner athlete based on the cognitive stage.

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    Question 2
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two types of feedback used in motor learning.

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    2.

    State two features of the autonomous stage of learning.

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    3.

    Describe how intrinsic feedback aids skill acquisition.

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    4.

    Explain the importance of knowledge of performance (KP) in refining technique.

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    5.

    Outline the differences between massed and distributed practice.

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    6.

    Discuss how feedback frequency should be adjusted throughout the stages of learning.

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    Question 3
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two forms of augmented feedback.

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    2.

    State two types of cues used to enhance attention.

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    3.

    Describe the impact of blocked vs. random practice on memory retention.

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    4.

    Explain how attentional focus strategies improve skill execution.

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    5.

    Outline how visual and verbal cues can be integrated into coaching.

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    6.

    Discuss the importance of attentional control during high-stakes performance.

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    Question 4
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two internal factors that influence attentional control.

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    2.

    State two effects of excessive arousal on attention.

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    3.

    Describe how cue utilization theory explains changes in focus with arousal levels.

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    4.

    Explain how attentional styles can be trained using Nideffer’s model.

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    5.

    Outline how psychological strategies support attentional control under fatigue.

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    6.

    Discuss the implications of attentional control on injury risk, decision-making, and long-term performance consistency.

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    Question 5
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two types of practice used to develop motor skills.

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    2.

    State two benefits of using blocked practice for beginners.

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    3.

    Describe the associative stage of learning.

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    4.

    Explain the influence of motivation on motor learning.

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    5.

    Outline how task complexity affects practice structure.

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    6.

    Discuss how coaches can support progression from associative to autonomous stage.

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    Question 6
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two types of attention relevant to motor performance.

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    2.

    State two characteristics of selective attention.

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    3.

    Describe how attentional focus influences performance in sport.

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    4.

    Explain how arousal level affects attentional control.

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    5.

    Outline the role of cue utilization in effective attentional control.

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    6.

    Discuss how distractions can be minimized during competitive performance.

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    Question 7
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two attentional control strategies.

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    2.

    State two roles of arousal in focus regulation.

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    3.

    Describe the effect of high anxiety on attentional capacity.

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    4.

    Explain how attentional focus differs in novice and expert athletes.

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    5.

    Outline the relevance of Nideffer’s model of attentional styles with one example

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    6.

    Discuss how attentional control can be trained for performance consistency.

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    Question 8
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two factors that influence motor learning rate.

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    2.

    State two limitations of random practice for beginners.

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    3.

    Describe how modeling supports the learning of motor skills.

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    4.

    Explain the role of schema theory in developing motor programs.

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    5.

    Outline how error detection ability changes across learning stages.

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    6.

    Discuss the benefits of using mental rehearsal alongside physical practice.

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    Question 9
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two types of feedback that can be provided after performance.

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    2.

    State two characteristics of the associative stage of learning.

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    3.

    Describe three benefits of random practice for developing open skills.

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    4.

    Outline the role of schema theory in explaining skill transfer across similar tasks.

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    5.

    Explain how the development of motor programs supports learning in the autonomous stage.

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    6.

    Discuss the effectiveness of varying practice conditions to develop adaptable performance in competitive environments.

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    Question 10
    SLPaper 2
    1.

    Identify two internal factors influencing attention.

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    2.

    State two reasons why feedback timing is important.

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    3.

    Describe how overlearning affects attention in skilled performers.

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    4.

    Explain how attentional control supports injury prevention.

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    5.

    Outline how anxiety affects attentional narrowing in elite sport.

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    6.

    Discuss the design of practice environments to challenge and develop attentional flexibility.

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