Technology Makes It Easier to Stay Connected but ________

question 11

Multiple Choice

Technology makes it easier to stay connected but ________.

• A) there is always the risk of security breaches and the theft of information necessary for good time management practices
• B) it raises expectations on the part of those to whom we are connected
• C) technology fails, batteries lose power, and their effectiveness wanes
• D) it also presents constant distractions, making it difficult to stay on task

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Definitions:

Explicit Costs

Direct, out-of-pocket payments for inputs or resources used in the production of goods or services.

Uninsurable Risk

An eventuality for which the frequency or magnitude of potential losses is unpredictable or unknowable. Insurance companies are not willing to sell insurance against such risks.

Consumer Tastes

The preferences and inclinations of consumers regarding different products and services, which can shift over time affecting market demand.

Wages and Salaries

Payments made to employees for their labor or services, typically on an hourly, daily, or yearly basis.