Question

read this excerpt from a letter to the city council: dear city council members: the city has proposed limiting library hours in order to save money. i understand that the city budget is being challenged at the moment, but no good will come of denying children access to the library after school. children go to the library to learn and to get help with their homework. as a single parent, i rely on the library as an affordable place where i know my kids will be safe. of all the programs to cut, the library should not be your first choice. which statement best describes the authors point of view? a. the city should find another way to save money. b. the city should expand library hours. c. the city should stop ignoring voters opinions about libraries. d. the city should encourage better childcare options.

Explanation:

The author acknowledges the city's budget - challenge but opposes limiting library hours as it affects children's access for learning and safety. The implication is that the city should find an alternative way to save money instead of cutting library hours.

Answer:

A. The city should find another way to save money.