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warman486
10.02.2021 • 
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Read the paragraph from the Newsela article "PRO/CON: Binge-Watching?" and note the boldface evidence to support the main argument. John Mayer is a psychologist. He says, "We are all bombarded with stress from everyday living,and with the nature of today's world where information floods us constantly. It is hard to shut our minds down and tune out the stress and pressures." Binge-watching acts "like a steel door," he says. It blocks our brains from thinking about those constant stressors that force themselves into our thoughts.

The main argument is that binge-watching helps to reduce stress.

Which answer best uses the evidence to evaluate the main argument?

The argument is effective because the evidence from an expert illustrates how binge-watching relieves stress.

The argument is ineffective because the evidence fails to explain how binge-watching harms the brain.

The argument is ineffective because the evidence provides invalid support.

The argument is effective because the supporting evidence is information everyone can agree on.

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