Use the excerpt from an informational text to answer the question.
Many people believe that determination alone is enough to achieve success when trying something new. Establishing a routine for practice is an important part of learning a new skill. Carrie Ames, a professional musician, had the following to say on the subject: “When I was seven, my mother gave me a guitar. Every afternoon at 4:00 p.m., no matter what else was going on, I set a timer for 30 minutes and practiced my guitar. Within a year, I played as well as my older sister who had been playing for years but never took time to practice.”
Which type of evidence does the author use to distinguish a position from that of others?
A. anecdote
B. statistic
C. fact
D. expert opinion