Attention Span and Multitasking Quiz

According to Dr. Gloria Mark, what is the average attention span on a screen as of recent studies?

• 2½ minutes

• 75 seconds

• 10½ minutes

• 5 minutes

What term do the author and their kids use to describe days filled with distractions?

• Cat days

• Squirrel days

• Dog days

• Bird days

How long does it take to refocus on the original work after an interruption, according to the research?

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 25 minutes, 26 seconds

• 5 minutes

What is a "switch cost" as mentioned by Dr. Gloria Mark?

• The time it takes to switch between screens

• The time it takes to reorient back to your work

• The cost of buying new technology

• The energy spent on multitasking

What is the main problem associated with multitasking, according to the text?

• It improves productivity

• It is a highly prized skill

• It leads to errors and stress

• It saves time