Yvonne Has a Choice of Activities for This Evening

question 58

Multiple Choice

Yvonne has a choice of activities for this evening.She can paint,at which she is accomplished,or go rollerblading,at which she struggles.If Yvonne is in a bad mood and wants to feel better,then she should

• A)go rollerblading.
• B)paint.
• C)stay home and do nothing.
• D)either paint or go rollerblading as both will make her feel equally good.

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