Abigail, a high school student, spends about two hours a day watching television and/or at her computer. Her mother thinks this is way too much. Which of the following statements best characterizes the amount of time Abigail spends watching television and/or on the computer?
A. Abigail’s mother is correct. Two hours a day is enough to cause severe problems.
B. Abigail’s mother is correct. Abigail’s screen time is far above the national average.
C. Abigail’s mother should chill. Her screen time is a fraction of the national average.
D. Abigail’s mother is incorrect. Abigail’s grades would benefit if she had more screen time.
C. Abigail’s mother should chill. Her screen time is a fraction of the national average.
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