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Question #N509

While the author of Text 1 describes the effects of an invasive species as harmful, the author of Text 2 focuses on the potential benefits. The author of Text 2 acknowledges that the effects of the invasive species can be destructive, but he also emphasizes the potential economic benefits of the species. For example, he points out that the species could be used to create a new type of biofuel. What is the main reason why the authors of the texts disagree about the invasive species?

The authors of the two texts disagree about the invasive species because

A. they have different views on the species’ environmental impact.

B. they have different views on the species’ economic potential.

C. they have different views on the species’ cultural significance.

D. they have different views on the species’ historical significance.

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Correct Answer is: A

The author of Text 1 describes the effects of the invasive species as harmful, while the author of Text 2 focuses on the potential benefits. This disagreement arises from their differing views on the species' environmental impact. While the author of Text 2 acknowledges that the invasive species can be destructive, he also emphasizes the potential economic benefits of the species.