Correct Answer: E
Explanation:
Option A : If wood smoke were as dangerous as carexhaust, this mightsupportthe idea of regulating it just as
exhaust emissions are regulated; but this statement tells usit isless dangerous.
Option B : This point suggests less of a need for legislation.
Option C : This information provides nosupport for the idea that the use of wood-burning stoves should be regulated.
Option D : The lack ofbenefit from banning open-air fires isa point against thelegislation.
Option E : Correct. This supports the argument in favor of legislation.
The correct answer is E.