In addition to going to college, Jerry works thirty hours a week at a warehouse and takes care of his young daughter. He gets financial aid to help pay for college, and his mother and sister babysit his daughter when he's at work or school. Unfortunately, Jerry has difficulty finding time to complete all his assignments, hold down his job, and tend to his family commitments. Most nights he only gets a few hours of sleep, and no matter how hard he tries, he can't do everything he needs to do. Which strategy will BEST help Jerry deal with being overextended?
A) dropping a course after midterms
B) multitasking by studying while he works
C) spending more time with his daughter
D) focusing on what he can manage

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Focusing on what he can manage allows Jerry to prioritize his responsibilities and tasks, potentially reducing stress and improving his ability to handle his commitments more effectively.

In Addition to Going to College, Jerry Works Thirty Hours