Tom manages and coordinates a state’s primary (elementary) and secondary (middle and high) school operations. Which type of education administrator is Tom? A. school principal B. school superintendent C. preschool director D. college president

B. school superintendent.

Explanation:

A Superintendent is a senior official of a district or state who closely works together with the Education Department, policymakers, and residents. He is responsible for additional funds and must handle the district's requirements within the boundaries of state resources. A superintendent must be excellent at developing working partnerships with multiple interest groups and constituents to ensure their efficiency. As per the question, Tom manages a state's school operation which comes under the role of the school superintendent.