Studies of daydreaming indicate that:
a. for most people, daydreaming is a rare occurrence.
b. older adults spend more time daydreaming than do younger adults.
c. among college students, women's daydreams have more athletic content than do men's.
d. individuals who are prone to violence, delinquency, and drug usage have fewer vivid fantasies.
Answer: d. individuals who are prone to violence, delinquency, and drug usage have fewer vivid fantasies.
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