Many newspapers have cut back on book reviews, replacing them with other features that, according to focus group research, are of greater interest to potential readers. Such a move is ill-advised. Though meant to increase readership, it actually decreases readership by alienating loyal readers while catering to casual readers who are more likely to watch television than pick up a newspaper. Which one of the following most accurately expresses the conclusion drawn in the argument?
A: The move to replace book reviews with other features was meant to increase readership, but it actually decreases it.
B: Many newspapers have cut back on book reviews, replacing them with other features.
C: The move to replace book reviews with other features alienates loyal readers and caters to casual readers.
D: The newspapers should not have cut back on book reviews.
Choose A, B, C or D as your solution.
D