Part A In "The Case for Shelter Animals," what does the author explain about the cost of becoming a pet owner?

Pet stores are more expensive than breeders.

Cats are less expensive than dogs.

Adoption costs more money than buying a pet.

It is more expensive to buy a pet than it is to adopt.
Question 2

Part B

Which evidence from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

"The guide states that adopting a dog or a cat from a shelter usually costs between $50 and $500."

"One reason that adopting pets from shelters is the logical choice is that shelter animals are less expensive than those bought from pet stores or breeders."

"Meanwhile, an animal from a pet store typically costs at least $1,000. Breeders are even more expensive."

"So those who buy from pet stores and breeders can expect to pay those fees on top of already-high purchase costs."

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