Question

3 which option provides an accurate and objective summary of the article? (a) a report published by the cdc warns people about parasites, chemicals and fecal matter that are common in pools. however, people continue to need public pools so they can exercise. (b) findings from the cdc show that nearly 80% of public pools have at least one health code violation. given the benefits and popularity of swimming, pools have to improve their facilities. (c) the cdc looked into safety records at public pools after an outbreak at a water park in ohio. it caused 665 cases of health problems for those exposed to the water. (d) public pools in five states were inspected for health code problems. researchers think that swimmers should get test strips so they can measure the ph of pools prior to swimming. 4 which of the following sentences from the article best develops the idea that pools need to improve? (a) in the preceding 35 years, 650 outbreaks starting in public pools were reported to the cdc. (b) according to the census bureau, more than 50 million americans over the age of 6 went swimming at least six times a year. (c) even among the five pool - heavy states that participated in the study, some counties shared more inspection records than others. (d) the cdcs advice is to visit a pool supply or hardware store and stock up on test strips that can measure the ph and disinfectants in the water.

Explanation:

1. Option B accurately summarizes that CDC findings show health - code violations in public pools and calls for facility improvement due to their popularity and benefits. Options A, C, and D focus on specific details rather than a comprehensive summary.
2. Option A, with the report of 650 outbreaks in public pools in 35 years, best develops the idea that pools need to improve. Options B, C, and D do not directly relate to the need for pool improvement.

Answer:

1. B
2. A