Set 11: Rhetorical Synthesis
Explanation
PASSAGE
A student is writing about universal basic income (UBI). The student wants to present the main argument of UBI proponents. Notes: - UBI would provide all citizens with regular cash payments. - Proponents say it would eliminate poverty and reduce inequality. - Critics worry it would reduce incentive to work. - Pilot programs have shown mixed results.
Which choice most effectively uses information from the notes to accomplish the student's goal?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to effectively combine information to achieve a goal. The goal is the main argument of PROPONENTS. Eliminating poverty and reducing inequality are proponent claims. The correct synthesis will use relevant details from the notes in a logical, purposeful way. Focus on what the question asks you to accomplish, then choose the answer that best achieves that goal using the provided information. Effective synthesis requires selecting and combining the most relevant information to achieve a specific purpose. Not all provided notes may be equally useful. Focus on what best accomplishes the stated goal while maintaining logical coherence.
Key Evidence:
• "main argument of UBI proponents"
• "Proponents say it would eliminate poverty and reduce inequality"
Why others are wrong: D (Discusses pilot results, not proponent arguments.), C (Presents CRITIC argument, opposite of the goal.), A (Not in notes; discusses debate history, not proponent argument.).
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