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Question
A student is writing an argumentative essay about adopting shelter animals instead of buying pets. Which detail would not be relevant to the argument?(1 point)
Responses

Cats are more popular pets than dogs.
Cats are more popular pets than dogs.

Many dogs and cats need homes.
Many dogs and cats need homes.

Adopting shelter pets helps save lives.
Adopting shelter pets helps save lives.

Animals from pet stores are often unhealthy.

1 answer

The detail that would not be relevant to the argument about adopting shelter animals instead of buying pets is:

Cats are more popular pets than dogs.

This statement does not directly support the argument about the benefits of adopting shelter animals versus buying pets. The other options provide relevant information that supports the case for adopting shelter animals.