Read Each of the Following Essay Introductions

question 9

Multiple Choice

Read each of the following essay introductions. Then select the letter of the method the writer used to begin the composition. The essay below begins with a
Benjamin Franklin said, "It takes many good deeds to build a good reputation, and only one bad one to lose it." This saying still applies to life in general, but it also fits today's competitive workplace. Employees in any field should be aware of and avoid several activities that can undermine their integrity and cost them their jobs.

• A) direct quotation.
• B) surprising fact or idea.
• C) general idea that is narrowed to a specific thesis statement.

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Definitions:

Marginal External Cost

The additional cost imposed on society that is not accounted for by the producer as output increases.

Marginal Social Cost

The cost to society of producing one additional unit of a good or service, including both the private costs and any external costs.

Oil Refinement

The process of transforming crude oil into useful products like gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel through various physical and chemical treatments.

Pollution Fee

A financial charge applied to entities that emit pollutants, intended to discourage environmental pollution by making it economically costly.