What false premise does Swift rely on to build his

argument in this passage?

We should soon see an honest emulation among the

married women, which of them could bring the

fattest child to the market.

-"A Modest Proposal,"

Jonathan Swift

A. Children will be too expensive for most buyers.

B. Women can be competitive.

C. Mothers will be willing to sell their children.

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1 February, 06:10

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Answers (2)

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Josephine Bentley · Answer 1

C. Mothers will be willing to sell their children.

Eileen Wu · Answer 2

C: Mothers will be willing to sell their children.

Explanation:

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