Differences in the accuracy (AE, CE) and consistency (VE) of anticipation of coincidence on the Bassin Timer were evaluated by sex, age, and videogame experience for 105 7- to 9-yr.-old children. Analyses indicated that (a) videogame experience was associated with both accuracy and consistency of anticipation of coincidence and (b) sex differences may be negated by increased videogame experience.
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