Which statement is MOST accurate regarding the cognitive impact of watching television?
A. Television causes children to have short attention spans.
B. There is no strong evidence that TV watching by itself has negative cognitive impact on children.
C. Children who watch television become lazy thinkers.
D. Watching television leads to increased activity levels and stifles the creativity of children who watch it.
Answer: B
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