Claim: Wind farms are one of the fastest growing sources of electricity in the United States. The farms, which have very low operating costs, use wind turbines to harness and create energy without contributing to climate change. Therefore, more wind farms should be established throughout the country.
Jiya is writing an argument supporting the claim above. What counterclaims should she address in the concluding statement? Select the two correct answers.
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Responses
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that wind turbine technicians are the second fastest growing U.S. job of the decade.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that wind turbine technicians are the second fastest growing U.S. job of the decade.
The land used for wind farms can also be used for farming or other purposes.
The land used for wind farms can also be used for farming or other purposes.
Wind is the largest source of renewable power in the United States.
Wind is the largest source of renewable power in the United States.
Wind farms need to be built in rural areas because they are very loud and create extensive noise pollution.
Wind farms need to be built in rural areas because they are very loud and create extensive noise pollution.
Wind farms are not expensive to operate, but they are dependent on the weather which can be unpredictable.
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Jiya should address the following two counterclaims in her concluding statement:
These address potential criticisms related to the location and reliability of wind farms, which could counter the argument for expanding their presence.
