Question

read the text. millions of americans replace their cell phones every couple of years, and many of the old phones get tossed into the trash. this creates a dangerous and avoidable problem. the phones go directly to landfills or trash - processing plants, where their lithium batteries can explode and start fires. in addition, a variety of toxic chemicals can seep out, contaminating soil and water. donating used phones to charity is a wise solution. some charitable organizations dismantle phones and sell the parts; others overhaul phones and give them to people in need. the charities that accept phones range from local church groups to international anti - poverty organizations. wireless companies may also take back phones for recycling - a better choice than trashing them - but the phones may not go to a good cause. join me and donate your phone for good! which authors purpose is suggested by the text? to convince readers of the benefits of donating used cell phones to explain the steps to take when throwing out an old phone to inform readers about what happens to cell phones at trash sites

Explanation:

The text first highlights the problems of trashing old cell - phones, then presents donating used phones to charity as a good solution, and lists different organizations that accept phones. The overall tone and content aim to persuade readers to donate used cell phones.

Answer:

to convince readers of the benefits of donating used cell phones