Question #N957
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.
Correct Answer is: B
The best way to combine the two sentences is to use a comma and a participial phrase to connect them. This creates a grammatically correct sentence without changing the meaning.