Read the prompt for an argumentative essay.

discuss the benefits and problems of capitalism and socialism, and evaluate which system provides the greater overall benefit to society.

what does the prompt ask the writer to do?

1.)explain why the problems of capitalism outweigh the benefits of socialism 2.)establish positions on capitalism and socialism using reasons and evidence 3.)explain why the problems of socialism outweigh the benefits of capitalism 4.)persuade readers to learn more about the benefits of capitalism or socialism