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Medium Reading and Writing · Standard English Conventions · None · MCQ

A recent study by the American Academy of Pediatrics found that screen time, while not always harmful, should be limited for young children. In a statement, they emphasize that "screen time is an important part of modern life, " and that "it can be a valuable learning tool." However, they caution that too much screen time can negatively affect children's development.

Which choice best combines the two sentences quoted in the passage above into a single, grammatically correct sentence, while maintaining the meaning?

A
Screen time is an important part of modern life, but it can be a valuable learning tool.
B
Screen time, an important part of modern life, can be a valuable learning tool.
C
Screen time is an important part of modern life and it can be a valuable learning tool.
D
Screen time, an important part of modern life, is a valuable learning tool.

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