Strengthening Arguments on Paid Sick Leave

Hard Critical Reasoning Strengthening Arguments

Last year, a new law was enacted that mandated all businesses in Blueville to provide paid sick leave to their employees. Since the implementation of this law, reports indicate an increase in employee productivity across various sectors in the city. Supporters of the law argue that this increase in productivity is directly linked to the availability of paid sick leave, as it allows employees to take time off when they are ill without the fear of losing income.

However, some business owners disagree and claim that the increased productivity is due to other factors, such as the recent economic upturn and increased competition within the region. They argue that attributing the productivity rise solely to the sick leave law overlooks other potential influences.

To strengthen the argument in favor of paid sick leave, which of the following statements would provide the most support?

A survey conducted among employees in Blueville indicates that over 80% of them feel more willing to report a sick day without penalty.

Analysis shows that other neighboring cities without paid sick leave have not experienced similar productivity increases.

Gross domestic product (GDP) in Blueville has noticeably increased since the law was enacted.

Employee turnover rates have decreased significantly in Blueville since the introduction of paid sick leave.

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