Which Statement Is Most Accurate Regarding the Cognitive Impact of Watching

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which statement is most accurate regarding the cognitive impact of watching television?

• A)Television causes children to have short attention spans.
• B)There is no strong evidence that TV watching by itself has negative cognitive impact on children.
• C)Children who watch television become lazy thinkers.
• D)Watching television leads to increased activity levels and stifles the creativity of children who watch it.

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