Why our screens make us LESS happy

What does 'dogfooding' mean in a business context?

• Using your own products to show confidence

• Eating dog food at meetings

• Ignoring product quality

• Selling products directly to consumers

Why did Steve Jobs limit his children's use of the iPad?

• He believed it was not user-friendly

• He was testing its durability

• He was concerned about the impact of screen time

• He preferred other brands

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What has been the trend in personal time usage with the rise of smartphones?

• No change in personal time

• Shift to outdoor activities

• Decrease in personal time

• Increase in personal time

What is a stopping cue?

• A notification for app updates

• An alert for low battery

• A signal to continue using an app

• A signal to stop and move to a different activity

Which strategy did the speaker adopt to manage his phone use during dinner?

• Turning off the phone

• Checking the phone intermittently

• Keeping the phone far away from the table

• Using the phone in silent mode

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What is the 'single most transformative technology' for the developing world according to economist Jeffrey Sachs?

• The internet

• Solar power

• Mobile phones

• Computers