Read the following passage and then select the correct answer:

According to some sources, more than 60 percent of Americans currently own a dog. Dogs can be strong companions, but they also have needs that many people forget to address. Without proper hygiene, dogs can become matted and sick, just the same as any human being. Because of these reasons, it is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming.

Which of the following sentences provides support for the author's claim?

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Read the following passage and then select the correct answer:

According to some sources, more than 60 percent of Americans currently own a dog. Dogs can be strong companions, but they also have needs that many people forget to address. Without proper hygiene, dogs can become matted and sick, just the same as any human being. Because of these reasons, it is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming.

Which of the following sentences provides support for the author's claim?

anonymous · Answer

According to some sources, more than 60 percent of Americans currently own a dog.

 Dogs can be strong companions, but they also have needs that many people forget to address.

 Without proper hygiene, dogs can become matted and sick, just the same as any human being.

 Because of these reasons, it is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming.

anonymous · Answer

I think that the claim is "Because of these reasons, it is essential that Americans begin to develop regular habits of dog washing and grooming."

I think that the support is " Without proper hygiene, dogs can become matted and sick, just the same as any human being." 

Do you think that's right?

anonymous · Answer

Are you still there, @paki?

paki · Answer

yeah i am here at English section... but at other question... let me check this one now... :)

anonymous · Answer

Thanks. :D

paki · Answer

i will go for """  Without proper hygiene, dogs can become matted and sick, just the same as any human being... """ @Gymnastflips

anonymous · Answer

Thank you. :D Would you mind helping me with one more question?

paki · Answer

pleasure... sure, post it...

anonymous · Answer

Which of the following scenarios is an example of an author using strategic organization?

 A writer brainstorms her ideas before she begins writing.

 A writer decides to provide evidence before revealing his claim.

 A writer chooses to conclude her essay after three paragraphs.

 A writer uses an outline to plan his persuasive essay.

anonymous · Answer

I think that the answer is D?

paki · Answer

it may be D or B...  I think B is the best... what you say...

anonymous · Answer

I think I am going to go with B, then. :)
Thanks again! :D

paki · Answer

sure... pleasure.... :)