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Read the excerpt from East Food Nation
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Instead of relying upon a small, stable, well-paid, and well-trained workforce, the fast food industry seeks out
part-time, unskilled workers who are willing to accept low pay.
Teenagers have been the perfect candidates
for these jobs, not only because they are less expensive to
hire than adults, but also because their youthful
inexperience makes them easier to control.
Which of the following choices best presents a counterclaim to the argument presented in this excerpt?
O Teenagers have not yet developed skills that make them valuable employees in the workforce
O Fast food restaurants are able to employ people who otherwise might not be able to find a job because of the low
skill level required to perform the tasks.
The McDonald brothers designed the Speedee Service System based on the assembly line systems of American
factories in the early twentieth century.
By law, fast food restaurants must offer equal employment opportunities to those seeking work
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Counterclaim to the argument presented in the excerpt: - Teenagers can be valuable employees in the workforce despite lacking experience. They are capable of learning and developing skills that make them valuable assets to companies over time. Explanation: This counterclaim challenges the notion that teenagers are inherently less valuable as employees due to their youth and inexperience. It highlights the potential for teenagers to grow, learn new skills, and become valuable members of the workforce through training and experience. - Fast food restaurants provide job opportunities for individuals who may not have access to other employment options due to the low skill level required. This enables people from diverse backgrounds to secure employment and gain valuable work experience. Explanation: This counterclaim emphasizes the importance of job opportunities provided by fast food restaurants for individuals who may face challenges in finding employment elsewhere. It recognizes the role of fast food industry in offering entry-level positions that can serve as stepping stones for many individuals in the workforce.