Question

question 22
which two statements best identify the central ideas of the article?

a. auditory and visual distractions reduce a person’s ability to concentrate on a task.

b. students should avoid study groups because social interaction distracts from studying.

c. auditory distractions are more likely to diminish a person’s focus than visual distractions.

d. students should limit external distractions in order to benefit the most from their studying.

e. technology can improve the quality of a person’s study session if it is utilized appropriately.

Explanation:

• Option A: It logically connects distractions (auditory, visual) to reduced concentration, a key idea about how distractions impact focus.
• Option D: It presents a practical takeaway for students—limiting external distractions to maximize study benefits, aligning with the theme of managing distractions for better studying.
• Option B is incorrect as avoiding study groups entirely is an extreme and unfounded claim (study groups can be beneficial). Option C has no basis (no indication auditory is worse than visual). Option E is off - topic as the article’s focus is on distractions, not technology’s proper use for study.

Answer:

A. Auditory and visual distractions reduce a person’s ability to concentrate on a task.
D. Students should limit external distractions in order to benefit the most from their studying.