Which two statements from Passage 1 support the claim that robot pets make good companions?

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“I know you’re not real,” she whispered. “But somehow, I don’t know, I love you.” (paragraph 1)
“I know you’re not real,” she whispered. “But somehow, I don’t know, I love you.” (paragraph 1)

Being a caregiver is a tough job that often doesn’t pay well. (paragraph 2)
Being a caregiver is a tough job that often doesn’t pay well. (paragraph 2)

“Paro is a robot but people feel that Paro is a living animal or baby.” (paragraph 3)
“Paro is a robot but people feel that Paro is a living animal or baby.” (paragraph 3)

“She witnessed an elderly woman talking to Paro as if the seal were real, and the experience troubled her.” (paragraph 4)
“She witnessed an elderly woman talking to Paro as if the seal were real, and the experience troubled her.” (paragraph 4)

Is Paro a sign that humans are losing touch with each other, or that we’re finding new ways to feel connected? (paragraph 5)
I s Paro a sign that humans are losing touch with each other, or that we’re finding new ways to feel connected? (paragraph 5)
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Answer 1

The two statements from Passage 1 that support the claim that robot pets make good companions are:

1. “I know you’re not real,” she whispered. “But somehow, I don’t know, I love you.” (paragraph 1)
2. “Paro is a robot but people feel that Paro is a living animal or baby.” (paragraph 3)

These statements illustrate the emotional connection that individuals can develop with robot pets, highlighting their capacity to serve as companions.