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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #35434 Short Attention Economy
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You will hear a recording about a topic. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep. Select the correct option to complete the recording.

Transcript:

So we always had an attention economy, whether it was on radio or television there’s always been a race for our attention and it’s a zero sum game. If one TV station gets more of your attention the other TV station gets less. But now because were spending more and more time on screens and there's so many things competing for our attention we really feel it. And on the attention economy with social media and with the Internet and our screens, everything needs your ….
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Option 3: "attention"

Explanation: The correct answer is 'attention' as it directly relates to the main idea of the text, which discusses the competition among various media for our focus. The phrase 'everything needs your attention' aligns perfectly with the established theme of the attention economy.

Option 1: "affection"

Explanation: The term 'affection' refers to a feeling of fondness or love, which does not fit the context of the text discussing the competition for our focus and engagement. The text emphasizes the concept of an 'attention economy,' where various media vie for our attention, making 'affection' irrelevant.

Option 2: "action"

Explanation: The word 'action' implies doing something or taking steps, which does not align with the context of the text. The focus is on capturing our attention rather than prompting us to take action, making this option unsuitable.

Option 4: "assumption"

Explanation: The term 'assumption' refers to something that is accepted as true without proof. This does not fit the context of the text, which is centered around the competition for our attention rather than any preconceived notions, making this option incorrect.

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