Question

7 which of these is the best summary of paragraphs 15 through 17?
a. social media usage decreased significantly over the last decade became more aware of the risks. at the same time, people spen time online across all their digital devices and platforms.
b. american adults only use social media applications on their sm and never on other devices. they avoid using computers, table consoles to access social media or other websites entirely.
c. young people in all countries spend exactly the same amount online each day regardless of location. there are no differenc usage patterns between wealthy nations and developing cou limited access.
d. social media time and overall online time both increased ove decade for users. american adults spend over six hours daily media across phones, tablets, computers, and game console

Explanation:

• Option A: Claims social media usage decreased, which is inconsistent with typical trends and the other options' implications of increase. Also, the "decreased significantly" part is likely incorrect.
• Option B: States American adults only use social media on one device and avoid others, which is an extreme and unlikely scenario.
• Option C: Says young people in all countries spend exactly the same online time, which is unrealistic as usage patterns vary by location and economic status.
• Option D: Mentions social media time and overall online time increased (consistent with real - world trends) and American adults use multiple devices for social media, which is a more reasonable summary.

Answer:

D. Social media time and overall online time both increased over decade for users. American adults spend over six hours daily media across phones, tablets, computers, and game console