1) There are three main learning styles: visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. The visual style, which 65% of people have, involves seeing pictures, diagrams, and illustrations. The auditory style, which is the author's style at 30%, involves listening, speaking, and sounds. The kinesthetic style at 5% involves moving, acting, and hands-on work. 2) Knowing one's own learning style is important because people learn differently and it allows them to study effectively. Identifying one's learning style leads to success in their studies.