Select the statement that shows contrast. first, begin collecting evidence to create an argument. as a rule, arguments are stronger when they are based on evidence. conversely, narratives are often built as a creative fiction. mainly, strong arguments are built on evidence. select the statement that shows contrast. first, begin collecting evidence to create an argument. as a rule, arguments are stronger when they are based on evidence. conversely, narratives are often built as a creative fiction. mainly, strong arguments are built on evidence.

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