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Multitasking: Good or Bad for Your Brain? - Frequently Asked Questions



Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which part of the brain is responsible for multitasking?

The region of the brain that is responsible for multitasking is called the prefrontal cortex.

2. How much information does the brain process in a second?

The brain processes 400 billion bits of information every second.


3. How many nerve cells does the average human brain have?

The average human brain has about 100 billion neurons.

4. Do women multitask better than men?

Certain studies suggest that women are better than men in multitasking.

5. What happens if you try to do three or more complex tasks at same time?

The brain will gradually lose focus on the third task and will juggle between the other two tasks.

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