Which of the following describes the typical effect taking a vacation has on burnout at work?
A) Vacations have no detectable effect on burnout.
B) Taking even a short vacation decreases burnout for an extended period of time.
C) Taking vacations actually increased burnout after returning because of the contrast effect.
D) Vacations temporarily decrease burnout, but the effect is short lived.
Answer: D
Rationale: According to research, a week or more of vacation can greatly reduce burnout. However,
burnout returns to nearly the same level in a matter of 3 weeks.
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