How does the introductory paragraph preview what will follow in the passage? a it says that it will explain how hikers suffer from the elements. b it states that it will provide personal safety tips for hiking. c it says it will explain why hiking's popularity increased. d it states that it will list wilderness hiking trails in the united states.

B). It states that it will provide personal safety tips for hiking.

Explanation:

The introductory paragraph of an essay, paper, or any other work primarily intends to reveal the thesis or central idea that surrounds the work. It primarily intends to inform the readers about what content the author/speaker is going to address throughout the work.

As per the question, the introductory paragraph proposes the 'preview' of the passage and describes the topic issues that are going to be discussed or addressed in the passage is displayed through option B. Option B 'states that it will provide personal safety tips for hiking' that offers a hint to the audience about the upcoming content and prepares them accordingly. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

to not go near anything hot

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