Answer:
I think it's E
Explanation:
When reading the passage, we understand that the author opposes the first sentence. The second sentence would effectively validate the first statement if it were correct, in which case, it would make the author's point invalid.
A is not correct because the author does not support the first idea.
B is not correct because although the author actually contests the first sentence, the author does not accept the findings in the following sentence.
C is not correct since the author thinks the first sentence is invalid, but the second sentence does not validate that sentence.
D is not correct since both the first and second sentences oppose the author's opinion.
The fear appeal is a common thing used in the media and basically boils down to trying to get someone do what you want them to do by providing them with an example that strikes fear if they wouldn't do that. A recent example would be Trump and his rhethoric about Mexicans and Muslims.
