Why does the freezing point of water decrease?

When salt is added to water, the freezing point of the water decreases. Explain why

Answer #1

In order for water to freeze the molecules must be arrange in a fashion manner when there are impurities in the water any kind will do it prevents the water from reaching a freezing point as easy this requires the temperature to be colder for the water to freeze.

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