Question

in use.
2 the most common reason given for eliminating the penny is that the coin is essentially worthless in today’s marketplace. it’s true: there is essentially nothing that can be bought for one cent anymore. as recently as the twentieth century, the existence of penny candy stores meant a piece of licorice or hard candy could be yours for one cent. during this time, penny games at carnivals offered a chance at a big prize. today, though, pennies lack even the power to put a piece of bubble gum in your mouth. they weigh your pockets down, and they serve no purpose in your daily life.
3 however, the reason to have pennies in circulation is not to purchase things
select the evidence that the author provides for the following supporting claim: if the penny is eliminated, prices will likely increase for cash transactions.
after canada eliminated its penny, a study revealed larger profits for grocery sellers.
researchers found that eliminating the penny made it harder for canadian families to afford groceries.
merchants will need to charge more for items that currently cost one penny, such as candy.

Explanation:

The supporting claim is that eliminating the penny will likely increase cash transaction prices.

1. The first option about Canadian grocery sellers' larger profits does not directly link to price increases for consumers.
2. The second option states Canadian families struggled to afford groceries after the penny was eliminated, which implies that prices increased (as higher costs would make groceries less affordable).
3. The third option refers to items currently costing one cent, but the text already notes no items cost one cent today, so this is irrelevant.

Answer:

Researchers found that eliminating the penny made it harder for Canadian families to afford groceries.