Question

Cissy looks up a number in the phone book, pushes the book away, and then dials the number. why does she discourage any interruptions during this process?

Answer 1

Because information only lasts 20-30 seconds in short term memory.

Answer 2

Because she pushes the book away before dialing the number.

Step-by-step explanation:

She pushes the book away and then calls the person. If she is interrupt, she is going to forget what number to dial, and then she has to look up the book again before dialing.