Question

Over the last 10 years, a noise emitting device, often called the Mosquito alarm, has been used by shopkeepers, some councils and even homeowners to prevent teenagers from hanging around in certain areas. It works by emitting a noise so high-pitched that it only affects people aged around 25 and younger, with the intention of driving them away from the area. Which of the following does the text include? Select all that apply.

a. information
b. ideas
c. opinions

Answer 1

The text includes information about the use and purpose of the Mosquito alarm and its target demographic, but it does not directly provide opinions or ideas regarding the device.

Step-by-step explanation:

The text concerning the Mosquito alarm includes information about its use by shopkeepers, councils, and homeowners to prevent teenagers from congregating in certain areas. It operates by emitting a high-pitched noise that mainly affects young people under the age of 25.

While explicitly mentioned in the piece is the intention behind using the device, to drive teenagers away, there is no direct expression of opinions or ideas about the device, its effectiveness, or the ethics behind its use.The Mosquito or Mosquito alarm is a machine used to deter loitering by emitting sound at high frequency.

In some versions, it is intentionally tuned to be heard primarily by younger people. Nicknamed "Mosquito" for the buzzing sound it plays, the device is marketed as a safety and security tool for preventing youths from congregating in specific areas.