Which answer choice BEST explains why the author wrote this article? (A)
The author describes scientific research revealing the effects of social distancing to explain the value of
maintaining connections to combat stress.
(B)
The author explains what scientists have done to connect with their own families to provide ideas about
what readers can do while social distancing.
(C)
The author highlights researchers' concerns to suggest that avoiding and mistrusting others will remain
a habit long after the pandemic is over.
(D)
The author argues that people value their social and family connections to persuade readers to follow
social distancing rules during the pandemic