Read the following passage: "To ensure a healthy lawn, homeowners should fertilize in early spring and late fall, aerate compacted soil annually, and water deeply but infrequently. Neglecting these steps can lead to weed infestation and shallow root growth." What is the author's primary purpose in writing this passage?
✓ Correct Answer: Option C
The passage provides instructions and consequences for lawn care, directly offering information and guidance to the reader. It does not primarily seek to entertain, persuade, or compare.