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 annually. an economic move
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 2 provides specific data ($1.75 increase, $48 billion spending increase) and logical connections (spending leads to demand for products and services, job growth). Passage 1 has more general statements like "significant boost" without detailed, logical - data - driven support.

Answer:

Passage 2 is more effective because the evidence is logical and is supported by anecdotes.