Burger King Vs Mcdonalds

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In the two article’s they are talking about whether or not they are making healthier options. In “Satis-Fries” the only thing they changed is the fries, but in the other article they used fruit, vegetables, and salads. Eventhough both Burger King and Mcdonalds made changes, but Mcdonald provided the better healthier options. In “Satis-Fries” Burger King provided 20% less calories in their fries, but in the other article they provided salads, fruit, and vegetables. In the seventh paragraph it says, “Alex Macedo, head of North American operations at Burger King says the chain worked.” It also says, “workers will be able to easily distinguish them from regular fries.” In the other article ,they provided more of the healthier options

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