The earlier children are introduced to these teachings, he believes, the sooner they will acquire mental maturity, improved concentration and stronger moral standards, such as filial piety and respect for teachers and elders.

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Concentration is improved when people's senses are aroused, says Dr Linnell, but if this becomes excessive it seems to have the opposite effect and reduces the ability to focus on a single task.

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In addition to his concentration, he has improved the way he copes with the spinners.

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Credit culture and disclosure are being improved, and prudential standards are being strengthened, for instance in risk concentration, connected lending and liquidity management.

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Additionally, its chief financial officer, Tim Sloan, said that the performance reflected its steady concentration on long-term metrics, such as ROA and ROE, as it improved its efficiency ratio of 57.1 percent, well within its target range of 55 to 59.

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