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Comment author: jsteinhardt 06 January 2013 07:14:18PM 0 points [-]

Okay, that's actually a good point. I'll try to think of a better example (ir you have any in mind I'm open to suggestions).

Comment author: Jayson_Virissimo 07 January 2013 04:31:48AM 1 point [-]

Okay, that's actually a good point. I'll try to think of a better example (ir you have any in mind I'm open to suggestions).

I've found that doing SRS reps while walking on the treadmill is a much more efficient than walking or reviewing flash cards separately. Your mileage may vary.

Comment author: RomeoStevens 06 January 2013 10:09:37PM 0 points [-]

brushing teeth and shaving in the shower are decent examples.

Comment author: AlexSchell 07 January 2013 04:14:36AM *  0 points [-]

This looks like micro-optimization to me. If you have time to brush your teeth while showering, you're clearly not optimizing your shower time. (Not applicable if the outside is unpleasantly cold, in which case it's better to brush your teeth inside than outside the shower. Also, shaving is probably faster in the shower.)

Comment author: Luke_A_Somers 07 January 2013 03:41:47PM 2 points [-]

It was given as an example of micro-optimization, so that makes sense, no?

Comment author: AlexSchell 07 January 2013 11:38:46PM 1 point [-]

Oops.

Comment author: RomeoStevens 07 January 2013 04:45:25AM 0 points [-]

I really enjoy being in the shower.

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