Question

greenways are corridors of protected open space managed for conservation and recreation purposes. greenways often follow natural land or water features, and link nature reserves, parks, cultural features, and historic sites with each other and with populated areas. greenways can be publicly or privately owned, and some are the result of public/private partnerships. trails are paths used for walking, bicycling, horseback riding, or other forms of recreation or transportation .... many people realize exercise is important for maintaining good health in all stages of life; however, many do not regularly exercise. the us surgeon general estimates that 60% of american adults are not regularly active and another 25% are not active at all. in communities across the country, people do not have access to trails, parks, or other recreation areas close to their homes. trails and greenways provide a safe, inexpensive avenue for regular exercise for people living in rural, urban, and suburban which statement best summarizes the health benefit of trails and greenways? ∘ greenways preserve open space from development. ∘ trails can be used by pedestrians, bicyclists, and equestrians. ∘ it is estimated that 60% of americans use greenways and trails for exercise. ∘ trails and greenways allow people to exercise in a safe and inexpensive manner.

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• First option: Talks about preserving open space, not health benefit. Eliminate.
• Second option: Describes trail usage, not health benefit. Eliminate.
• Third option: The text says 60% of American adults are not regularly active, not that 60% use greenways for exercise. Misinterpretation. Eliminate.
• Fourth option: The passage states trails and greenways provide a safe, inexpensive way for regular exercise, which is a health benefit.

Answer:

D. Trails and greenways allow people to exercise in a safe and inexpensive manner.