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17.The writer wants to change sentence 10 (reproduced below) to qualify the paragraph’s claim in less absolute terms by adding a modifier and showing a differing viewpoint.
Palm oil plantations constantly destroy the habitats of endangered species, such as orangutans.
Which of the following best accomplishes this goal?
A.Given that plantations consistently destroy the habitats of endangered species, it is no surprise that plantations are responsible for a decline in biodiversity.
B.Although a few non-threatened species have actually benefited from palm oil plantations, these plantations frequently destroy the habitats of endangered species, such as orangutans.
C.As with companies that demolish other types of old-growth forests, companies that grow plantations continue to destroy the habitats of endangered species living on the land.
18.If added after sentence 13, which of the following claims would best expand on the concession that palm oil production does not have only negative implications?
A.Palm oil also has health benefits; it helps millions of people around the world avoid trans fats.
B.However, the negative effects of palm oil production continue to outweigh the benefits
C.In spite of this, we can no longer overlook the serious consequences of increased palm oil production.