Which of the following activities best exemplifies civic engagement, as opposed to an individual activity?

A. toting used cans and newspapers to a recycling center
B. helping a sibling with his homework
C. staying late to help a coworker meet a deadline
D. visiting one's grandfather at his nursing home
E. doing extra research on a class assignment to get a better grade


Answer: A

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