SDK100 Science and Health: An
Evidence-Based Approach — 100-
Question Full Exam WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS AND RATIONALE UPDATED
2026
Section A: Study Skills, Motivation and Reflective
Practice (Questions 1–15)
Q1. Which of the following best describes the purpose of TMA01 in SDK100?
A. To test knowledge of human anatomy
B. To identify study goals and review personal skills
C. To analyse a clinical trial in detail
D. To calculate dietary energy requirements
Answer: B
Rationale: TMA01 is designed as a reflective exercise where students identify their
study motivation, career goals, and transferable skills. Example student submissions
show questions about study motivation and previous experience preparation -2-7 .
Q2. A student writes that their motivation for studying SDK100 is "to change to
a new career area." This response corresponds to which category?
A. Not studying for career purposes
B. Developing in current career
C. Changing career area
D. Don't know/not sure
Answer: C
Rationale: The TMA01 questionnaire explicitly lists "to change to a new career area"
as a distinct motivation category. Student responses confirm this categorisation -2 .
Q3. Why is it important to describe previous work experience in TMA01?
,A. To demonstrate that you have already mastered the module content
B. To show how existing skills (organisation, communication, problem-solving)
prepare you for study
C. To provide a full employment history for the tutor's records
D. To prove you have no gaps in your CV
Answer: B
Rationale: The TMA01 task asks how previous experience might prepare you for the
module. Effective answers identify transferable skills such as time management,
communication, and adaptability -2-12 .
Q4. In TMA02 reflection, a student realised they "lost marks due to not reading
questions properly." What specific error did they identify?
A. Using the wrong referencing style
B. Swapping numbers in a calculation
C. Forgetting to include units
D. Submitting the assignment late
Answer: B
Rationale: The TMA02 reflection explicitly states the student swapped numbers in
calculating a ratio. The lesson learned was to read each question twice or even three
times -3-13 .
Q5. Which skill is most directly demonstrated by "managing my own case load,
arranging appointments and ensuring time-sensitive work is completed on
time"?
A. Working with others
B. Finding or using information
C. Managing yourself
D. Communicating
Answer: C
Rationale: This describes self-management: prioritisation, time keeping, and
personal accountability. TMA01 explicitly lists "managing yourself" as a skill
category -12 .
Q6. A student states their goal is "to develop or progress in my current career
area." Which follow-up question should they expect to answer?
A. "What is your favourite subject?"
B. "Do you know what job you want to get or the area of work you are interested in?"
C. "How many hours can you study per week?"
D. "Have you studied science before?"
, Answer: B
Rationale: The TMA01 questionnaire logic branches: if studying for career purposes,
the next question asks about specific job or work area intentions -2-12 .
Q7. What does the SDK100 module recommend students do if they feel
underprepared before starting?
A. Skip the first TMA
B. Take the "Are you ready for SDK100?" self-assessment quiz
C. Only study the EMA material
D. Avoid maths entirely
Answer: B
Rationale: The Open University provides an interactive quiz "Are you ready for
SDK100?" to help prospective students decide whether they have the recommended
background knowledge -1 .
Q8. Which Access module is most appropriate preparation for SDK100?
A. Science, technology and maths Access Module (Y033)
B. Arts and humanities Access Module
C. Business and law Access Module
D. No Access module is relevant
Answer: A
Rationale: The OU specifically recommends Y033 as the most appropriate Access
module for preparing for SDK100, as students who take it tend to be more
successful -1 .
Q9. A student reflects that "getting a high mark on TMA01 gave me more
confidence to thrive in this course." This is an example of:
A. Summative assessment
B. Formative feedback impact
C. Diagnostic assessment
D. Peer assessment
Answer: B
Rationale: This illustrates how early assessment feedback can have a formative effect
on confidence and subsequent performance. TMA01 serves both assessment and
motivational functions -3 .
Q10. In the context of SDK100, "transferable skills" most accurately refers to:
Evidence-Based Approach — 100-
Question Full Exam WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS AND RATIONALE UPDATED
2026
Section A: Study Skills, Motivation and Reflective
Practice (Questions 1–15)
Q1. Which of the following best describes the purpose of TMA01 in SDK100?
A. To test knowledge of human anatomy
B. To identify study goals and review personal skills
C. To analyse a clinical trial in detail
D. To calculate dietary energy requirements
Answer: B
Rationale: TMA01 is designed as a reflective exercise where students identify their
study motivation, career goals, and transferable skills. Example student submissions
show questions about study motivation and previous experience preparation -2-7 .
Q2. A student writes that their motivation for studying SDK100 is "to change to
a new career area." This response corresponds to which category?
A. Not studying for career purposes
B. Developing in current career
C. Changing career area
D. Don't know/not sure
Answer: C
Rationale: The TMA01 questionnaire explicitly lists "to change to a new career area"
as a distinct motivation category. Student responses confirm this categorisation -2 .
Q3. Why is it important to describe previous work experience in TMA01?
,A. To demonstrate that you have already mastered the module content
B. To show how existing skills (organisation, communication, problem-solving)
prepare you for study
C. To provide a full employment history for the tutor's records
D. To prove you have no gaps in your CV
Answer: B
Rationale: The TMA01 task asks how previous experience might prepare you for the
module. Effective answers identify transferable skills such as time management,
communication, and adaptability -2-12 .
Q4. In TMA02 reflection, a student realised they "lost marks due to not reading
questions properly." What specific error did they identify?
A. Using the wrong referencing style
B. Swapping numbers in a calculation
C. Forgetting to include units
D. Submitting the assignment late
Answer: B
Rationale: The TMA02 reflection explicitly states the student swapped numbers in
calculating a ratio. The lesson learned was to read each question twice or even three
times -3-13 .
Q5. Which skill is most directly demonstrated by "managing my own case load,
arranging appointments and ensuring time-sensitive work is completed on
time"?
A. Working with others
B. Finding or using information
C. Managing yourself
D. Communicating
Answer: C
Rationale: This describes self-management: prioritisation, time keeping, and
personal accountability. TMA01 explicitly lists "managing yourself" as a skill
category -12 .
Q6. A student states their goal is "to develop or progress in my current career
area." Which follow-up question should they expect to answer?
A. "What is your favourite subject?"
B. "Do you know what job you want to get or the area of work you are interested in?"
C. "How many hours can you study per week?"
D. "Have you studied science before?"
, Answer: B
Rationale: The TMA01 questionnaire logic branches: if studying for career purposes,
the next question asks about specific job or work area intentions -2-12 .
Q7. What does the SDK100 module recommend students do if they feel
underprepared before starting?
A. Skip the first TMA
B. Take the "Are you ready for SDK100?" self-assessment quiz
C. Only study the EMA material
D. Avoid maths entirely
Answer: B
Rationale: The Open University provides an interactive quiz "Are you ready for
SDK100?" to help prospective students decide whether they have the recommended
background knowledge -1 .
Q8. Which Access module is most appropriate preparation for SDK100?
A. Science, technology and maths Access Module (Y033)
B. Arts and humanities Access Module
C. Business and law Access Module
D. No Access module is relevant
Answer: A
Rationale: The OU specifically recommends Y033 as the most appropriate Access
module for preparing for SDK100, as students who take it tend to be more
successful -1 .
Q9. A student reflects that "getting a high mark on TMA01 gave me more
confidence to thrive in this course." This is an example of:
A. Summative assessment
B. Formative feedback impact
C. Diagnostic assessment
D. Peer assessment
Answer: B
Rationale: This illustrates how early assessment feedback can have a formative effect
on confidence and subsequent performance. TMA01 serves both assessment and
motivational functions -3 .
Q10. In the context of SDK100, "transferable skills" most accurately refers to:
