1. In our diet obsessed world, there are more diet myths than truths. 2. One such myth is that drinking grapefruit juice just before eating will absorb the fat and calories in food.
3. Even more ludicrous is the claim that eating only meat can help you drop weight.
4. Steak and chicken are my favorite foods.
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5. Some even claim that consuming foods with less calories than one burns eating them, like celery, causes a person to
consume no calories at all
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Which sentence number from the paragraph contains extraneous information and should be removed to improve the logic and
coherence of the paragraph?
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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 lawmakers. which 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.