Reading: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers · Part 2: Reading
Information Fatigue Syndrome
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Too much information can have negative effects on health and well-being, says psychologist David Lewis. He coined the phrase "Information Fatigue Syndrome" for the condition that, he says, is caused by unrelenting exposure to excessive information. He warns that businesses may even face litigation and financial liability for failing to protect employees from the health consequences of information overload.
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Reading: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers format (Pearson)
Pearson's name: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answers
| Prompt | Text up to 350 words |
|---|---|
| Time to answer | Not set per question (Part 2 lasts 23–30 minutes) |
| Skills assessed | Reading |
How it is scored
- Each correct option earns marks; each incorrect option you choose loses marks.
Source: Pearson, PTE Academic & UKVI test format, Part 2: Reading, checked 9 October 2026.