Read this excerpt. The judge began with this story as
A an indirect way of letting the Murrays and the Seversons know that he had no opinion.
B an entertaining way to introduce the decision in the lawsuit between the Murrays and the Seversons.
C a way of explaining that nobody should claim the rights to prehistoric creatures that once roamed the earth.
D a stern reminder that people should make every effort to resolve minor disputes outside of court.
The correct answer is B: an entertaining way to introduce the decision in the lawsuit between the Murrays and the Seversons.
This choice suggests that the judge used the story to engage the parties involved while preparing them for the legal decision. It indicates the story had a purpose related to the context of the lawsuit, making it a suitable introduction to the ruling he was about to present. If you need help with more questions or a deeper explanation, feel free to ask!