Question

in this section, youll determine the meaning of words and phrases as theyre used in the text. youll also analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats. in addition, youll demonstrate command over the conventions of standard english grammar and usage when writing or speaking. after the discussion with your friends and the letter to the editor, you find youre interested in reading more on the debate of cell phones in an educational setting. you read the article “12 problems caused by children with phones” by jon akers, kentucky center for child safety. you notice that this article is structured quite differently from the previous articles youve read. why do you think the author would choose to use a list form in this article? it provides a cause - and - effect analysis of the cell phone issue. it provides an in - depth explanation and analysis of the specific issues caused by cell phones. it provides a concise explanation of the specific ways in which cell phones cause issues to the reader. it provides multiple viewpoints of the cell phone debate.

Explanation:

Lists are often used to present information clearly and concisely. In the context of an article about problems caused by cell - phones, a list can effectively convey specific ways cell - phones cause issues to the reader in an easy - to - understand manner. It is not focused on cause - and - effect analysis in a detailed way, nor does it provide in - depth explanations or multiple viewpoints as its main function.

Answer:

It provides a concise explanation of the specific ways in which cell phones cause issues to the reader.