A. Stated, because at the end it clearly states that "The purchase of Alaska was a true bargain."
I think it is:
Sarah opened her drawer took out the new stationary set. Now that she has finished her chores, she can spend some time writing a letter to her friend Cade. Cade had just moved to a new city a few months ago, but Sarah felt as if he had been gone for a year. Fortunately, they both love writing letters. They even put their own creative touch, a sketch, at the bottom of each letter. They were determined that their friendship would last even if they were far away from each other.
Something like that. I hope this helps.
I would say D. But that's just my opinion
