In the first two paragraphs, the author presents information about a potential U.S. dockworkers’ strike in the fall of 2024 in order to __________.
A. explore the effects of shipping disruptions on the daily operations of superstores
B. argue that national stockpiles of toilet paper should be maintained to avoid shortages
C. describe the working conditions that prompted the dockworkers to consider striking
D. demonstrate that there was no actual risk to the national supply of toilet paper