In Many Situations, a Reliance on Routine Is Either Undesirable

question 21

Multiple Choice

In many situations, a reliance on routine is either undesirable or impossible. Which of the following is NOT one of these situations?

• A) The participant is performing a task that is highly complex and involves the coordination of many elements.
• B) The participant is performing an unfamiliar task.
• C) The participant is performing a task that requires frequent choices and adjustments.
• D) The participant is performing a task for which a routine is available, but the current circumstances are ones in which it would be best to avoid the habitual routine.

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