What is the best way for Linda to effectively participate in a discussion in which the conversation suddenly takes a new direction? A: Take notes when others share and wait for the next group discussion to speak.
B: Listen for an idea with which she can connect and clearly share her thoughts.
C: Ask others what they think and share the ideas that she finds most interesting.
D: Start skimming rapidly through reading materials to find something to share.

Read this passage: byron and mitch are co-captains of the mathletes, their high school's academic team. they are backstage with the five other team members, preparing to compete in the state math quiz. byron sits on the floor with his eyes closed and his earbuds in, listening to classical jazz, which him focus his mind and energy. suddenly, he feels a presence beside him. he opens his eyes to see mitch staring at him. "mathletes! mathletes! " mitch chants loudly. mitch gives byron a thumbs-up and then proceeds to strut around like a peacock, high-fiving the other team members, as byron shuts his eyes again and does his best to refocus his mind which statement best summarizes the passage?