While Watching a Basketball Game on Television, Ryan Leaves the Room

question 64

Multiple Choice

While watching a basketball game on television, Ryan leaves the room during commercial breaks and returns only when the live broadcast returns. If he deliberately avoids viewing commercials, Ryan is likely exhibiting _____.

• A)selective attention
• B)selective exposure
• C)selective comprehension
• D)selective retention
• E)selective recall

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