A boring job makes you more likely to make mistakes


	A boring job makes you more likely to make mistakes

deusdiabolus

4-22-2008 11:29 AM

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science, behavior, psychology, work, boredom

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4-22-2008 1:09 PM

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Applies to High School?

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