Question

read the two passages. passage 1 raising the minimum wage for workers will provide a significant boost to the economy. for example, changing the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour would add $22 billion to the economy by increasing peoples purchasing power. household spending would increase by $48 billion in one year with a similar minimum wage increase. increased earnings lead to increased spending and a greater demand for products and services. this phenomenon then leads to the need for more workers and, thereby, job growth. passage 2 the current federal minimum wage for workers is $7.25. if the government increased that by $1.75, studies show that household spending would also increase - by $48 billion annually. an economic move which passage provides more effective evidence, and why? passage 1 is more effective because the evidence is logical and does not include fallacies. passage 1 is more effective because the evidence is logical and cannot be opposed. passage 2 is more effective because the evidence is emotional and includes two perspectives. passage 2 is more effective because the evidence is logical and is supported by anecdotes.

Explanation:

Passage 1 provides logical evidence with specific economic - impact figures such as adding $22 billion to the economy and a $48 - billion increase in household spending. It presents a clear chain of reasoning from increased minimum wage to increased purchasing power, spending, and job growth without fallacies. Passage 2 also has some evidence but is less comprehensive compared to Passage 1.

Answer:

Passage 1 is more effective because the evidence is logical and does not include fallacies.