Set 16: Rhetorical Synthesis

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

A student is writing about Solar Energy. The student wants to emphasize cost reduction. Notes: - Solar panel costs dropped 89% since 2010 - Average installation now costs $15,000 - Tax credits reduce costs by 30% - Panels last 25-30 years

Which choice most effectively uses information from the notes to accomplish the student's goal?

A. The data showing "Solar panel costs dropped 89% since 2010" most directly supports the goal to emphasize cost reduction.✓ Correct

B. The fact that "Average installation now costs $15,000" accomplishes the student's goal.

C. The fact that "Tax credits reduce costs by 30%" accomplishes the student's goal.

D. The fact that "Panels last 25-30 years" accomplishes the student's goal.

Detailed Answer Explanation

The goal is to emphasize cost reduction. The note "Solar panel costs dropped 89% since 2010" most directly addresses this goal.

Key Evidence:

• "Solar panel costs dropped 89% since 2010"

Why others are wrong: B (This option focuses on a different aspect and doesn't directly address the goal to emphasize cost reduction.), C (This option focuses on a different aspect and doesn't directly address the goal to emphasize cost reduction.), D (This option focuses on a different aspect and doesn't directly address the goal to emphasize cost reduction.).

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