Claim statement: The effects of technology and automation may be found in every part of life. Technology is a tool that we employ to increase efficiency, whereas automation is the process of replacing human labor with machines. Technology has benefited society by improving productivity and bringing new ways to tackle issues, while automation has reduced the number of jobs that require human labor. However, these technologies have drawbacks, such as reducing human interaction from daily chores and diminishing prospects for work in some industries. For each premise, be sure to include at least one properly cited reference as support. Include an explanation of the significance or impact of each premise on your position. Your explanation should include persuasive language to help your audience draw connections between the evidence you presented and why it is important to understand (and to help persuade your audience to agree with your viewpoint).