Need some tips on time management? Rats might know a thing or two...


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Scientists tested the time management abilities of rats by developing a behavioral task during which the rodents learned to press a lever for at least 3.2 seconds. – Photo: Shutterstock via ETX Studio/Daily Up

It is not always easy to estimate how long a task will take. Unless, you're a rat, it seems.

These rodents are able to evaluate their performance and change their behavior accordingly to do better next time, according to a new international study.

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