Excerpt from Thermometer Pills Can Save Young Lives Tracy Wilson While these tiny lifesavers have proven to be effective, they a
re quite expensive. On average the cost is $50.00 per pill. However, many parents of young athletes say that it is a small price to pay for the peace of mind it gives them on a hot, sultry day. The author argues that, despite the cost, the group most likely to be advocates for the thermometer pill is A) ice distributors. B) athletic coaches. C) medical researchers. D) parents of athletes.
The correct answer is D): The author argues that, despite the cost, the group most likely to be advocates for the thermometer pill are parents of athletes.
In the excerpt, the author claims that parents are willing to spend the $50.00 that a pill costs if it helps them protect their childrens lives on hot days.
