Question

Dogs need a lot of training and attention when they are puppies.
Nevertheless, they make amazing companions for life.
What is the distinction?
(1 point)
The writer contrasts the idea that puppies are a lot of work with the idea that dogs are great companions for life.
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The writer expresses a choice dog owners can make between owning a puppy and owning a dog for life.
The writer introduces two steps in a process to show that dog owners must
• first deal with the attention puppies need and then enjoy the companionship of a dog.
The writer shows an alternative idea or way of thinking about a difficult aspect of having a dog.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: **The writer contrasts the idea that puppies are a lot of work with the idea that dogs are great companions for life.**

This statement reflects the distinction made in the text between the challenges of raising a puppy and the long-term benefits of having a dog as a companion.