What makes this thesis statement weak? Read the sample student thesis statement from a
rhetorical essay
Bassett's argument that community service does little to
teach students about their obligations as citizens is
ultimately not very persuasive.
o It does not make a judgment about the success of the
writer's strategies.
O It does not explain what the rhetorical analysis will
show.
O It does not state whether you personally agree with
the writer's argument.
It does not include either inductive or deductive
reasoning.

Ron and nick chose to start their own businesses. ron wanted to start an ice cream shop, and nick wanted to launch a television manufacturing company. ron and nick had equal amounts of funds on hand and no government regulations restricting them. months later, however, ron has already set up his business, while nick is still struggling to raise additional funds to build a factory. what was the main factor that affected nick’s business? a. an irrelevant business idea b. low demand for tvs in his country c. high start-up costs d. lack of labor economics