Which of the following is true about the digital divide and parenting?
A) Higher-educated parents are more likely to permit their children unstructured free time.
B) Lower-income parents are more likely to promote formal enrichment activities for their children (such as organized sports and lessons).
C) Lower-income parents face demands that makes media time a practical necessity.
D) The digital divide between parents and their children means that many parents don't know how to explain media to their children.

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Lower-income parents often face various demands and constraints on their time and resources, making media time a practical and accessible option for occupying and entertaining their children. This is part of the broader discussion on the digital divide, where disparities in access to and use of digital technology can reflect and exacerbate existing socioeconomic differences.

Which of the Following Is True About the Digital Divide