Praxis 5511 Practice Question
Scenario/Extract:
The local taxes that currently fund our town parks and athletic fields have been climbing sharply in recent years. What’s more, it is estimated that only about a third of the town’s current residents have children that regularly make use of the fields. Critics of building the new Brown County Park are correct when they say that those who make use of town facilities should pay more for their upkeep. My proposal for a “pay to play†park addresses that concern.
Which of the following is the most appropriate introductory sentence for the paragraph?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Option C introduces a specific funding strategy for the new town park, setting the stage for discussing its benefits and implications. This aligns with the paragraph's focus on the park's construction and its financial aspects.
Option A, while optimistic, does not directly relate to funding and may mislead readers about the paragraph's primary focus. Option B presents a negative viewpoint, which could divert attention from discussing the park's advantages. Option D, although relevant, lacks the specificity of a funding plan, making it less suitable for an introductory sentence that aims to outline a clear argument for the paragraph.
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