Question

Jasper is trying to decide what to do about a friend who is spreading rumors about him. He should consult which source?
The friend supposedly spreading rumors
a mutual friend
a teacher
a parent

Answer 1

The correct answer is a parent. 

When trying to decide about something, it is always advisable to consult your parents. In this case, Jasper should consult his parents on trying to decide what to do about the friend who is spreading rumors about him. 

Answer 2

I believe the answer is: A parent

If jasper talk to a mutual friend or a friend who spread the rumor, it would most likely resulted In a confrontation that might lead to violence, and consulting to a teacher could create a risk that either one or both of them to be suspended. Because of this, the best course of action for Jasper is to consult his parents on the next step that he should do.