Item — sat-dog

Medium Reading and Writing · Information and Ideas · None · MCQ

In a passage discussing the effects of social media on young people, the author states that "the constant barrage of information, much of it negative and often sensationalized, can lead to a sense of overwhelm and anxiety." What is the author suggesting about the impact of social media on young people?

The author is suggesting that social media can have a negative impact on young people by:

A
promoting unhealthy competition and unrealistic expectations.
B
creating a sense of isolation and loneliness.
C
contributing to a sense of overwhelm and anxiety.
D
encouraging the spread of misinformation and rumors.

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