Think about the following statement made by David Mandt, a spokesperson for the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions: "Certainly the conditions and consumer confidence are improving..." The author's purpose for including this quote was to __________?
1) State that consumers are pleased with the array of theme parks available to them worldwide
2) Suggest that recent improvements made to theme parks will have a negligible impact on attendance
3) Explain why some people are confident about the prospect of a successful 2011 season for Florida's theme parks
4) Describe the effects that an economic recession had on theme park attendance in Florida