
Being more technologically integrated than previous generations, the Gen Y's also may share a rather novel approach to "my dog ate my homework". Gen Y's can hide behind technology. If a particular piece of instructional information arrives on a paper handout rather than an Email or social media application, the Y may choose to ignore it or to seek a verbal cut-to-the-chase synopsis rather than actually reading the piece. Surprisingly, if such a meal is not served on the right plate, Gen Y will not touch his/her "food".