You are in class listening to the instructor, but the students on either side of you are having separate quiet conversations. Even though these conversations are distracting, you are able to maintain your focus and attention on the lecture. What skill are you utilizing?
A. divided attention
B. selective attention
C. ignoring
D. focused attention
Answer: B
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A. It will increase. B. It will decrease. C. It will remain the same. D. He will experience greater fluctuations.