Which statement best differentiates satire from parody?

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Satire aims to critique society or human folly through humor, irony, and exaggeration, using those tools to prompt reflection or change. Parody, on the other hand, imitates a particular work, author, or style in order to lampoon that source, often for humorous or critical effect, rather than to critique society itself. So the best statement captures both ideas: satire uses humor to critique society or human folly, while parody imitates another work or style for humorous or critical effect. This distinction helps you see that satire targets broader issues, whereas parody centers on mimicking a specific source.