Question

1. alternatives to the abc system for creating priorities in to - do lists include:

a. the 80 - 20 system
b. ranking tasks as \yes,\
o,\ or \maybe\
c. grouping tasks by category
d. all of the answer choices

1. according to the text, overcoming procrastination is a complex process that must take months or even years.

a. true
b. false

1. the suggested strategies for \creating a work flow that works\ do not include:

a. use one inbox to collect mail, messages, class handouts, and notes to yourself
b. delete, do, or defer items that you collect
c. empty your inboxes once per week
d. set up a filing system for reference materials

1. according to the text, everything written about time management can be reduced to:

a. discover exactly what you want
b. know how to get what you want
c. follow up by doing what you intend to do
d. all of the answer choices

1. the text suggests that you approach \25 ways to get the most out of now\ by:

a. using all of the techniques
b. tackling the techniques in numerical order
c. picking 10 techniques to start using now

Explanation:

• For question 5: The 80 - 20 system, ranking tasks as "yes", "no", or "maybe", and grouping tasks by category are all alternatives to the ABC system for prioritizing to - do lists.
• For question 6: Overcoming procrastination often involves long - term behavior change and can take months or years.
• For question 7: Emptying inboxes once per week is not a typical strategy for creating an effective workflow; inboxes should be managed more frequently.
• For question 8: Discovering what you want, knowing how to get it, and following through are key aspects of time management.
• For question 9: It's not practical to use all techniques or follow them in numerical order; picking 10 to start with is a reasonable approach.

Answer:

1. d. All of the answer choices
2. a. True
3. c. Empty your inboxes once per week
4. d. All of the answer choices
5. c. Picking 10 techniques to start using now