Which of the Following Reduces Information Overload by Increasing the Person's

question 135

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reduces information overload by increasing the person's information-processing capacity?

• A)Using a filtering algorithm to screen out incoming e-mail.
• B)Learning speed-reading to read more pages per hour.
• C)Reading only the summaries of long documents.
• D)Using an assistant to screen out unwanted mail.
• E)All of these increase the person's information-processing capacity.

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Definitions:

Personality Traits

These are enduring characteristics or qualities in an individual's behavior and attitudes that are consistent across different situations and over time.

Middle Adulthood

A stage of life, often defined as ranging from about 40 to 65 years old, characterized by stability, maturity, and increased focus on personal and professional achievements.

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by compassion, cooperativeness, and a desire to maintain positive social relations.

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by being organized, responsible, and reliable, showing self-discipline, and aiming for achievement against measures or outside expectations.