{Marking branliest} Read this sentence from "Barbie Is in Her 60s and Still Going Strong!"

In 1965, when only one woman had ever been in space, Barbie became an astronaut.

How does the writer make use of situational irony here?

A) to demonstrate to young people the advantages and opportunities that come with being successful and famous

B) to illustrate the possibilities of technology in the field of space exploration

C) to present the sad fact that women in Barbie's world often have more opportunities than women in the real world

D) to cleverly use language in ways that is likely to surprise, intrigue, and amuse young girls