Why does BJ nix the idea of him and Tyrone talking to Andy's parents about their concern for him?

Why does BJ nix the idea of him and Tyrone talking to Andy's parents about their concern for him?

• A. They would listen to them
• B. They would not listen to them
• C. They would react emotionally
• D. They would escalate the issue

Answer: (B)

The idea being tested is why a teen might decide not to involve parents in a friend's situation. BJ thinks talking to Andy’s parents wouldn’t help because he believes they wouldn’t listen to what he and Tyrone have to say. In the story, the adults often aren’t receptive to outside concerns and may be in denial or protective of their son, so bringing up worries from peers wouldn’t lead to understanding or action. If the parents won’t listen, the effort to seek help wouldn’t improve things and could even backfire, making the situation more frustrating or stressful for everyone involved. That’s why this option fits best.

The idea being tested is why a teen might decide not to involve parents in a friend's situation. BJ thinks talking to Andy’s parents wouldn’t help because he believes they wouldn’t listen to what he and Tyrone have to say. In the story, the adults often aren’t receptive to outside concerns and may be in denial or protective of their son, so bringing up worries from peers wouldn’t lead to understanding or action. If the parents won’t listen, the effort to seek help wouldn’t improve things and could even backfire, making the situation more frustrating or stressful for everyone involved. That’s why this option fits best.