Ernie’s class is about to have a discussion about the book they had to read. Many students have already voiced their opinions, so Ernie knows the discussion will become lively and he may have a difficult time remembering what everyone will say. In order to keep everyone’s responses clear in his mind, Ernie needs to

Because Ernie expects many students to share lively opinions, taking notes will help him keep track of what each person says. Being prepared to take notes is the best way to keep everyone’s responses clear in his mind; knowing the rules or forming his own opinion would not help him remember others’ comments as directly.

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