Which statement best summarizes Marcos' claim?
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Football rules are more effective at protecting athletes from concussions.
The current rules of soccer already protect players from injury.
Concussions are a risk when playing sports that athletes are willing to take.
Soccer rules should be changed to protect players from concussions.
Soccer rules should be changed to protect players from concussions.
What reason does Marcos provide to develop his claim?
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Adopting new rules would lessen the number of fans and players.
The excitement of the game would be negatively impacted.
If the referees enforced the current rules, players would be safe.
Rules, based on research, can be added to improve the safety of players.
Rules, based on research, can be added to improve the safety of players.
What evidence does Marcos provide to support his reason?
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Football adopted a new rule that has lowered incidents of concussions by 45%.
Matthew has had three concussions playing soccer this year alone.
Research has been conducted on concussions in sports.
It is a referee's job to enforce the rules of the game and protect the athletes.
Research has been conducted on concussions in sports.
How does Ben's position differ from the position of his Learning Coach?
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Ben thinks that removing his shoes in another person's home is "strange". His learning coach calls it a sign of respect and a way to keep things clean.
The learning coach thinks that removing his shoes in another person's home is "strange". Ben calls it a sign of respect and a way to keep things clean.
None of the above.