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(a) What do you consider to be a strong argument for
(b) what do you consider strong argument against child labor

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Arguments presented for and against the use of child labor is examined.

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A. Children working can often help a family get much needed income that would not be available otherwise. In some cases, there is only one parent and the income is very much needed for such essentials as food, shelter, and water. Any help to bring in food and other ...

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