Your Roommate Really Detests Studying in a Quiet Solitary Space

question 112

Multiple Choice

Your roommate really detests studying in a quiet solitary space. Based on research presented in this chapter, what would you recommend your roommate do while studying for a difficult exam?

• A) watch a favorite TV show while studying
• B) study in front of a poster of his or her favorite TV character
• C) have the TV on in the background, but only shows where none of the characters are really known
• D) turn the TV off, but make sure the desktop background is visible and is a photo of his or her favorite actor

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