Question

multiple answer 10 points
each point is followed by three statements that provide relevant support and three statements that do not. select the three statements that provide relevant statements of support.
point: we should spend more of our tax dollars on mass transit systems such as subways, commuter rail lines, and buses.
there are currently over 250 million cars in the united states.
hybrid cars, which get great gas mileage, and electric cars are becoming increasingly popular.
our streets and roadways are becoming choked with traffic.
mass transit systems dont pollute nearly as much as automobiles.
if more people took mass transit to work, we would reduce our dependence on foreign oil.
the new york city subways first underground line opened in 1904.

Explanation:

• "Our streets and roadways are becoming choked with traffic" shows a need for alternative transportation (mass transit) to relieve congestion.
• "Mass transit systems don't pollute nearly as much as automobiles" highlights an environmental benefit of mass transit.
• "If more people took mass transit to work, we would reduce our dependence on foreign oil" points out an energy - related advantage of mass transit.

Answer:

• Our streets and roadways are becoming choked with traffic.
• Mass transit systems don't pollute nearly as much as automobiles.
• If more people took mass transit to work, we would reduce our dependence on foreign oil.