The correct response to this question is A. <span>Mad cow disease ceased because of governmental prohibitions against feeding cattle particular foods; however, there was public outrage over the delays in governmental action.</span>
For an opinion to be substantiated, you need supporting evidence or a reference to validate it. Option A qualifies as it mentions a verifiable fact by suggesting that one can check with the large computer company to see its origin. More evidence would be required to substantiate the claim that small businesses are the backbone of America's strong economy. Option C lacks easily accessible factual support, while D presents a more generalized statement.
The option that would appropriately complete the statement above is B. CENTRAL IDEA. The central idea acts as the core element that brings together the key details in a text, summarizing the essence of what those details convey. I hope this response adequately addresses your inquiry.
As local food gains popularity, farmers will attract more customers, leading to an increase in demand for the products they offer.
