(INTO THE WILD) Krakauer points out several instances where Chris McCandless was in the vicinity of where he was trying to go or was closer to help than he knew. Why might Krakauer dwell on tracing just how close Chris was to being saved or coming out alive?

What is the rationale for government provision of education? -not all incomes are equal, but everyone has the right to education regardless of wealth. -potential students consider only their personal benefits gained from education, but the rest of society benefits, too. -no education would be provided in the absence of government provision because everyone would consume it without paying. -the cost of providing education for the entire public is too large. -the government can provide education at a much lower cost than the private sector.

Briefly explain how one development from the period 1861 to 1865 not directly mentioned un the excerpts supports mcpherson's argument

Jake and kate made a down payment of 16% on a house that cost $267,450. they are charged an origination fee of 0.5%, an intangible tax of 0.2%, and bought two discount points. what did jake and kate pay in total for the down payment, fees, taxes, and points? $43,947.38 $47,285.16 $48,857.77 $50,013.15