Question

question 10 of 10
some critics argue that socializing online is unhealthy because:
a. social networks have nothing to offer.
b. it makes people choose friends who are no good.
c. it takes time away from interacting with people in person.
d. advertisements for snacks are abundant online.

Explanation:

This is the most widely cited and evidence-based critique of online socialization among the options, as reduced in-person interaction is commonly linked to concerns about diminished social skills and emotional connection. The other options are either overly absolute (A), unsubstantiated (B), or tangential (D) to the core critique of online socialization's impact on health.

Answer:

C. it takes time away from interacting with people in person.