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. 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 more effective evidence as it presents logical evidence without fallacies. It uses numerical data to show how raising the minimum - wage boosts the economy through increased purchasing power, household spending, and job growth. Passage 2's evidence is less strong in comparison as it doesn't have the same level of comprehensive logical and numerical support.

Answer:

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