Question

7 choose the answer that best completes the sentence below. schools have to make some tough decisions about mobile technology policies ______ more kids than ever carry cell phones now. a because b but c otherwise d first 8 what did the two largest school districts in the united states do in 2025 with their phone policies?

Explanation:

To determine the correct conjunction, we analyze the relationship between the two clauses. The first clause ("Schools have to make some tough decisions about mobile technology policies") and the second clause ("more kids than ever carry cell phones now") show a cause - effect relationship. "Because" is used to introduce a reason, which fits here. "But" is for contrast, "otherwise" is for stating a consequence of not doing something, and "first" is not a conjunction that fits this context.

Answer:

A. because