Which type of evidence uses the viewpoint of someone with authority on a topic?(1 point)

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expert opinion
expert opinion

data
data

anecdote
anecdote

true example

expert opinion

Use the paragraph to answer the question.

The red velvet ant is famous for having one of the most painful stings in the insect world. In fact, it is often called the cow killer ant, because its sting is said to be so terrible it could kill a cow. Neither one of these names perfectly suit the creature, because it is actually not an ant at all. The red velvet ant is a flightless wasp that usually takes over the nests of bumble bees and stays low to the ground. Only the female of the species has a stinger, but what a stinger it is! It is exceptionally large and packs one serious punch. While the sting is not deadly, save for those who might have an allergic reaction, it is a highly unpleasant sensory experience.

What evidence would cause a person fear the red velvet ant?

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It is flightless.
It is flightless.

It has a powerful stinger.
It has a powerful stinger.

It takes over bee nests.
It takes over bee nests.

It lives on the ground.
It lives on the ground.
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It has a powerful stinger.

The type of evidence that uses the viewpoint of someone with authority on a topic is expert opinion.

The type of evidence that uses the viewpoint of someone with authority on a topic is called an expert opinion. Expert opinions are statements or views provided by individuals who have extensive knowledge, experience, or credentials in a specific field. These individuals are recognized as experts in their field and their opinions carry weight and credibility. To find expert opinions, you can refer to scholarly articles, books written by professionals in the field, expert interviews, or reputable websites that cite experts.