Question

consider this prompt for an oral presentation. take a stand! decide your opinion on the proposed meal tax in our county, then present an argument for or against it. which thesis statement best addresses this assignment? our county is one of five counties in the state deciding whether or not to levy a meal tax on its citizens. a meal tax allows the collection of revenue from tourists and nonresidents, reducing the burden on local citizens. a meal tax is intended to collect an extra tax on meals served in restaurants or purchased \to go.\ the county board of supervisors will vote on the meal tax after election day so they can represent the citizens’ opinions.

Explanation:

The assignment requires a thesis that takes a clear stand and presents an argument for/against the meal tax. The first, third, and fourth options only state factual information without taking a position. The second option presents a specific, supportive argument for the meal tax by outlining its benefit to local citizens, which directly addresses the prompt's requirement to take a stand and argue a position.

Answer:

B. A meal tax allows the collection of revenue from tourists and nonresidents, reducing the burden on local citizens.