One Major Change in Society Brought About by the Prevalence

question 13

Multiple Choice

One major change in society brought about by the prevalence of smartphones and other mobile devices is that ______.

• A)online media exists everywhere we go
• B)young people rarely talk directly to each other
• C)even during times of disaster,such as hurricanes,people have a reliable form of communication
• D)wealthy adults are the most likely to use a smartphone as their exclusive way to access the Internet

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Definitions:

Amnesic

Pertaining to amnesia, a condition characterized by loss of memory, often due to brain injury, disease, or psychological trauma.

Phobic

Exhibiting or pertaining to an extreme or irrational fear or aversion to a specific object, situation, or activity.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) as a way to manage anxiety.

Agoraphobia

is an anxiety disorder characterized by intense fear of places or situations where escape might be difficult or help might not be available, often leading to avoidance behaviors.