Question

which statement primarily appeals to pathos to support the position that people should support locally owned businesses? although corporate chain stores may offer customers wider selections and bigger discounts, locally owned businesses are more likely to offer personalized services and to support their local communities. by shopping at retail chains instead of small, locally owned stores, you are directly undermining—financially and socially—the foundation upon which your community is built. after many years of running a small hardware store, i understand the difficulties small business owners face when competing with big - box retail chains.

Explanation:

Pathos appeals to emotions to persuade. The first statement uses logical, factual comparisons (logos). The third shares personal experience (ethos). The second statement frames choosing chains as harming one's community, triggering guilt, concern, and a sense of community loyalty—emotional appeals to drive support for local businesses.

Answer:

By shopping at retail chains instead of small, locally owned stores, you are directly undermining—financially and socially—the foundation upon which your community is built.