Explain why multitasking is not a good idea for mental tasks


Unless you are doing completely mechanical (physical) actions, multitasking destroys the quality of attention given to the tasks at hand because the brain performs even simple actions in a strict linear sequence.

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Which of the dimensions of wellness deals with ethics, values, and morals?

A. occupational B. physical C. mental D. social E. spiritual

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Current practice calls for all sexually active women to receive Pap screening every three years from age 21 to 30, and then every five years from age 30 to 65.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Children exposed to high levels of secondhand smoke are more likely to develop learning disabilities and to have behavioral problems

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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