For the very first time, the United States will bring more female than male athletes. Just last week, the final roster was printed and delivered to the IOC (International Olympic Committee), confirming what had been speculated about for weeks. Just like in real life, the ladies out number the men.
WIKI FACT
The typical American earns about 14 vacation days per year, but only uses a fraction of them. Another one-quarter of the working population does not earnany vacation time.
FIRST IS BEST: People Instinctively Favor Firsts
When given an option, most people pick the first thing on any list. Whether that be as minor as a choice of salad dressing or a major life decision such as which college to attend. A study shows that most go with the first option.
Dana Carney says (quote) “The order of individuals performing on talent shows like ‘American Idol,’ the order of potential companies recommended by a stockbroker, the order of college acceptance letters received by an applicant — all of these firsts have privileged status.” This is especially true when you’re forced to “think fast” and not linger with deliberations.
