Read this excerpt. Based on what you have read, distractions are a problem for athletes because
A thinking about anything but the competition will upset coaches and teammates.
B focusing on two things at the same time means not doing their best on either.
C dealing with more than one task at a time means neither one will be completed.
D blocking out what is going on around them means not being able to focus as well.
The correct answer is B: focusing on two things at the same time means not doing their best on either.
Explanation: Distractions hinder an athlete’s ability to concentrate fully on their performance. If an athlete is trying to focus on multiple aspects at once, such as their performance and something unrelated, they are likely to perform worse on both tasks. This emphasizes the importance of single-minded focus in competitive situations.