Which type of evidence does the author use to develop an argument?
(1 point)
Responses
testimonials
testimonials
facts
facts
statistics
statistics
expert opinions
expert opinions
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Based on the given options, the author uses all of the following types of evidence: testimonials, facts, statistics, and expert opinions.
Evaluating Evidence Quick Check
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Question
When evaluating evidence, which of the following shows that evidence is sufficient?(1 point)
Responses
There is enough evidence to prove the author's claim.
There is enough evidence to prove the author's claim.
The evidence is up to date.
The evidence is up to date.
The evidence is connected to the author's claim.
The evidence is connected to the author's claim.
The evidence is objective.
The evidence is objective.
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The correct answer is: There is enough evidence to prove the author's claim.
Identify if the three sentences are reliable or unreliable.
A. The first pioneers to explore the opal fields found an unpleasant and unfriendly environment.
B. None of the pioneers liked summer because it was dreadfully hot.
C. To adapt to the challenging environment, pioneers built underground homes.
(1 point)
Responses
A is unreliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
A is unreliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is unreliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is unreliable
A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is reliable
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Based on the information given, the correct answer is: A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable.
Which of the following describes a representative sample?(1 point)
Responses
a small quantity that accurately represents a large group
a small quantity that accurately represents a large group
evidence that is logically connected to a central idea
evidence that is logically connected to a central idea
information presented to prove or disprove a point
information presented to prove or disprove a point
the amount of evidence needed to prove a claim
the amount of evidence needed to prove a claim
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