Recently Nelson, Smith, Dodd, and Smith reported a dissipation of a cross-cultural difference in time estimation. A number of difficulties in this study are noted and a recommendation for further research is provided. The difficulties include an inappropriate jump to a conclusion about future perspective and the restriction of the dissipation of the cross-cultural difference to Grade 5 children. Research on children beyond Grade 5 would demonstrate the durability of the dissipation reported.
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