Question

1 according to the passage, what event in 2020 increased teen dependency on screens? a cell phones becoming more affordable b introducing the first smartphone c a \bring your own technology\ program d the covid-19 pandemic

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Cell phones becoming more affordable is a gradual trend, not a 2020 - specific event.
• Option B: The first smartphone was introduced long before 2020.
• Option C: A “bring your own technology” program is not a 2020 - specific event driving teen screen dependency.
• Option D: The COVID - 19 pandemic in 2020 led to lockdowns, remote learning, and increased online activities, which would increase teen dependency on screens.

Answer:

D. the COVID - 19 pandemic