Question

read the excerpts from two speeches on the same topic. answer the question that follows.
excerpt 1
we need to invest more in public transportation systems. reliable and efficient public transit not only reduces traffic congestion but also benefits the environment by reducing emissions. additionally, improved public transportation can enhance accessibility for individuals who rely on it for their daily commutes, ensuring equitable transportation options for all members of our community.
excerpt 2
while public transportation is important, we should also consider the cost - effectiveness of such investments. its more important to prioritize projects that offer a clear return on our investment and roads and highways get far more use than public transportation. before investing any more in public transportation, we must do a comprehensive evaluation of public transportation. it will be clear that
on the topic of public transportation, which viewpoint aligns with excerpt 1, and which aligns with excerpt 2?
both excerpts support investing in public transportation.
both excerpts advocate for considering alternatives like improving roads.
excerpt 1 advocates for considering alternatives like improving roads, and excerpt 2 supports investing in public transportation
excerpt 1 supports investing in public transportation, and excerpt 2 advocates for considering alternatives like improving roads.

Explanation:

• Analyze Excerpt 1: It says "We need to invest more in public transportation systems" and lists benefits, so it supports investing in public transportation.
• Analyze Excerpt 2: It says "While public transportation is important, we should also consider the cost - effectiveness... like improving roads and highways" and emphasizes evaluating public transport before investing more, so it advocates for considering alternatives like improving roads.
• Now check the options:
• Option 1: "Both excerpts support investing in public transportation." Excerpt 2 is more about considering alternatives, not just supporting investing in public transport. So this is wrong.
• Option 2: "Both excerpts advocate for considering alternatives like improving roads." Excerpt 1 is about investing in public transport, not advocating for alternatives. So this is wrong.
• Option 3: "Excerpt 1 advocates for considering alternatives like improving roads, and Excerpt 2 supports investing in public transportation." This is the opposite of what the excerpts say. So this is wrong.
• Option 4: "Excerpt 1 supports investing in public transportation, and Excerpt 2 advocates for considering alternatives like improving roads." This matches the analysis of both excerpts.

Answer:

Excerpt 1 supports investing in public transportation, and Excerpt 2 advocates for considering alternatives like improving roads.