Question

What is the primary concern raised about social media in the passage?

• A. Lack of user engagement
• B. Privacy, misinformation, and mental health
• C. Slow global connectivity
• D. High investment costs
• A. Improved attention spans
• B. Increased anxiety
• C. Enhanced global connectivity
• D. Reduced algorithm investment
• A. They are reducing their presence globally
• B. They are investing in user engagement
• C. They are unaware of privacy concerns
• D. They are decreasing algorithm development

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

- Step 1: Identify the key focus of the passage. The passage discusses the transformative impact of social media on communication and then highlights specific concerns.
- Step 2: Locate the concerns. The second sentence explicitly states, "it has also raised concerns about privacy, misinformation, and mental health," indicating these are the primary issues.
- Step 3: Analyze the options. Option (1) "Lack of user engagement" is incorrect as the passage mentions companies enhancing engagement, not a lack of it. Option (3) "Slow global connectivity" contradicts the passage's emphasis on "instant connectivity." Option (4) "High investment costs" is mentioned but not as a concern, rather as a strategy by companies. Option (2) directly lists the concerns mentioned.
- Step 4: Verify. Reread the passage to confirm no other concerns are prioritized over privacy, misinformation, and mental health. The sentence structure emphasizes these issues immediately after the benefits.
- Step 5: Cross-check for alternative interpretations. The passage does not suggest other primary concerns, making option (2) the most accurate.
- Step 6: Conclusion. Option (2) is correct as it matches the passage's explicit mention of concerns.

Answer 2

- Step 1: Identify relevant information. The passage states, "Studies suggest that excessive use of social media can lead to anxiety and reduced attention spans, particularly among teenagers."
- Step 2: Focus on consequences. The question asks for a consequence, and the passage directly mentions "anxiety and reduced attention spans" as outcomes of excessive use.
- Step 3: Evaluate options. Option (1) "Improved attention spans" is incorrect as the passage says "reduced attention spans." Option (2) "Increased anxiety" aligns with the passage's mention of anxiety. Option (3) "Enhanced global connectivity" is a benefit, not a consequence of excessive use. Option (4) "Reduced algorithm investment" is unrelated to excessive use.
- Step 4: Verify specificity. The passage links anxiety directly to excessive use, making it a clear consequence. Reduced attention spans is another, but it's not listed as an option.
- Step 5: Cross-check. No other options reflect the negative outcomes mentioned in the passage.
- Step 6: Conclusion. Option (2) is correct as it directly corresponds to the passage's statement.

Answer 3

- Step 1: Identify company-related information. The passage states, "social media platforms continue to grow, with companies investing heavily in algorithms to enhance user engagement."
- Step 2: Analyze for inference. The question asks for an inference, meaning we need a logical conclusion based on the passage. The statement about investment in algorithms directly implies effort to increase user engagement.
- Step 3: Evaluate options. Option (1) "Reducing their presence globally" contradicts the passage's mention of platforms growing. Option (2) "Investing in user engagement" aligns with the passage's statement about algorithm investment. Option (3) "Unaware of privacy concerns" is not supported, as the passage doesn't discuss the companies' awareness. Option (4) "Decreasing algorithm development" contradicts the passage's mention of heavy investment.
- Step 4: Verify inference. The passage explicitly links investment to enhancing engagement, making option (2) a direct inference.
- Step 5: Cross-check for alternatives. No other option logically follows from the passage's information about companies.
- Step 6: Conclusion. Option (2) is correct as it reflects the passage's explicit statement.