Which of the following scenarios is an accurate reflection of the impact of technology on community life?
A) Keisha has already experienced social isolation in the city where she lives, and her sense of disconnectedness increases with the infusion of technology and social media into her everyday life.
B) Lydia's social capital has improved since she started using social media to stay connected socially and professionally to friends and work contacts.
C) Marco spends so much time on his smartphone that he rarely socializes with his fellow college students, greatly reducing his number of social networks.
D) After graduating from college, Rafael returned to his small hometown to look for work because he still has a lot of personal ties there. His job search, therefore, is more focused on face-to-face contacts than on social media.

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This scenario accurately reflects the positive impact of technology on community life, as social media has allowed Lydia to increase her social capital and maintain professional and personal connections. The other scenarios reflect negative impacts of technology, such as social isolation and reduced face-to-face interactions.

Which of the Following Scenarios Is an Accurate Reflection of the Impact