Question

my child having her phone is very important to me, because if something were to happen, i know instantly,\ she said.
how do these paragraphs support jason allen’s position?
a they provide statistical data showing that most parents oppose cellphone bans.
b they offer an expert analysis of allen’s assertion that parents and kids need to coordinate schedules.
c they provide the perspective of a parent who feels their needs are not being met by a new cellphone policy.
d they offer a personal anecdote that further develops allen’s point that it is not clear if new restrictions help students.

Explanation:

• Option A: The quote is a parent's opinion, not statistical data. Eliminate A.
• Option B: The quote is a parent's view, not expert analysis. Eliminate B.
• Option C: The quote shows a parent valuing their child's phone for safety, implying a new policy (like a ban) might not meet their needs, supporting Allen's position by giving a parent's perspective against restrictive policies.
• Option D: The quote is about a parent's need for communication, not about whether restrictions help students. Eliminate D.

Answer:

C. They provide the perspective of a parent who feels their needs are not being met by a new cellphone policy.