1. Most government agencies and departments are required to provide information to the general public about their functions free of charge.
 

2. Government Web sites, for example , are reliable and affordable sources of information and research.
 

3. As part of its various functions, the government collects huge amounts of data.
 

4. Many of the country's top scientists and researchers work for the government.
 

5. One of the government's functions is to protect its citizens from fraudulent claims and dangerous products.
 

B. Read the following list of a claim and supports. Mark each support R if it is relevant to the claim or N if it is not relevant to the claim.

Claim: Low-carbohydrate diets are not a safe, long-term solution for weight loss.

Supports:
6. Low-carbohydrate diets are often high in saturated fat, which can contribute to heart disease.
 

7. This type of diet can be deficient in several important nutrients.
 

8. Any diet that prohibits certain types or categories of food is very difficult to maintain long term.
 

9. Low-carbohydrate diets usually do not focus on portion control, which is a major contributor to weight gain.
 

10. The staples of these diets—meats, eggs, and cheese—are all animal products.