Read the paragraph
(1) Each state should enact a law that makes wearing seat belts mandatory for all passengers and drivers in cars and
trucks. (2) Statistics show that seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by fifty percent. (3) As a
result of laws like this in various states, seat belt usage in the United States has dramatically increased in the past
thirty years. (4) Some people believe that the government does not have the right to force people to be safe, and that
these laws are unfair. (5) The bottom line is that seat belts are proven to save lives, therefore, everyone should be
forced to wear one if they want to travel by car or truck.
Which sentence is evidence of the author's claim?
sentence 1
sentence 3
sentence 4
sentence 5

Read the passage from an argumentative essay.healthcare costs are becoming an issue for many americans. in just two years, the average family has seen an increase of 3 percent in insurance costs. the increase rises to 25 percent when you include families who buy insurance on an exchange. at this rate, health care will soon be completely unaffordable for most americans. therefore, lowering the cost of health insurance must be a priority for lawmakerswhich statement best explains why the argument is logical? a)the argument incorporates empirical and anecdotal evidence.b)the argument includes a strong counterclaim and a fair rebuttal.c) the argument contains relevant reasons supported with facts and data.d)the argument includes a personal experience as an emotional appeal.