Argument: "Smoking should be banned in public places."Which strengthens this?
Correct answer: A. Second-hand smoke harms non-smokers
- A. Second-hand smoke harms non-smokers
- B. Smokers enjoy personal freedom
- C. Smoking is a personal choice
- D. Smoke is not always visible
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: Second-hand smoke harms non-smokers. This option strengthens the argument by highlighting the health risks that second-hand smoke poses to non-smokers, thus supporting the need to ban smoking in public areas to protect public health. Option B and Option C focus on personal freedom and choice, which are less relevant to the public health argument. Option D discusses the visibility of smoke, which does not address its health impact.
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