Here Is a Typical School Day for Sabrina, Who Is

question 34

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Here is a typical school day for Sabrina, who is a tenth grader: Wake up at 6:00 to arrive at school by 7:00 for orchestra practice. Attend classes from 8:00 to 3:00, changing classes every hour. After school, go to choir practice and then to either dance lessons or a part-time job, depending on the day. Fill in any free time before dinner (which is usually around 8:00) watching television or talking on the phone. After dinner, complete several hours of homework and engage in instant-messaging on the Internet with friends. Be in bed by midnight. Is this schedule consistent with good physical health?

• A) No, Sabrina should add at least an hour of physical exercise each day.
• B) No, Sabrina is not getting enough sleep.
• C) Yes, Sabrina's busy schedule assures plenty of exercise, and dinner at home assures good nutrition.
• D) Yes, Sabrina is benefiting from the many opportunities available to her and is old enough to cope with the demands of this schedule.

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