Multitasking Across Generations

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What is a possible reason for tasks being frequently completed together?

They are unfamiliar with technology
They require a high level of multitasking
They do not impose a heavy cognitive load (correct)
They impose a heavy cognitive load

What is a characteristic of a digital native?

They think and learn in the same way as digital immigrants
They are highly adept with technology (correct)
They have had to adopt digital technology later in life
They were born before the widespread adoption of computers

Which generation reported the most multitasking?

Baby Boomer generation
Generation X
All generations reported the same amount of multitasking
Net Generation (correct)

What is a term used to describe someone who has had to adopt digital technology later in life?

Digital immigrant (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible explanation for the similar multitasking habits across generations?

Similar load capacities across generations (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the study, what is a characteristic of the tasks that are frequently completed together?

They do not impose a heavy cognitive load (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary challenge in conceptualizing internet 'use'?

It is a broad term that lacks a clear definition (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between online-exclusive and onlinemediated behavior?

One occurs online, while the other occurs offline (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of categorizing generations, such as Gen Alpha and Gen Z?

To make generalizations about their internet use habits (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the group born between 1946 and 1964?

Baby Boomers (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to Carrier et al (2009), which generations were compared in their study on multitasking?

Net Generation, Generation X, and Baby Boomers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern with making generalizations about generations based on their internet use habits?

It is not accurate due to the complexity of internet 'use' (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to research, what is the relationship between online behavior and offline personality?

Online behavior is strongly influenced by offline personality. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary motivation for individuals to use social media, according to Wilson et al. (2012)?

Internal motivation, such as social engagement and desire to keep in touch with friends. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about an individual based on their digital device data?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of digital phenotyping, as described by Shaw et al. (2022)?

The analysis of digital data to infer individual characteristics and traits. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of goals and motivations in online behavior, according to Orchard and Fullwood (2010)?

Individuals seek out activities that fit their predisposed needs and goals. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between extraversion type and smartphone ownership, according to the text?

Gender is a stronger predictor of smartphone ownership than extraversion type. (B) Signup and view all the answers