Nicole has had a great day: She had a strong interview for an internship in the afternoon and is now on a dinner date with Timothy, a guy she's liked for a long time

She expects to receive a call about the internship as early as this evening, but she doesn't want to appear distracted to Timothy. What advice for using technology would be appropriate for Nicole?
a. excuse herself before taking the call

b. answer the call on the first ring and end the conversation quickly
c. text message the internship director to check on the status
d. lay the phone on the table where both she and Timothy can see it


Answer: A

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