Question

In the blank space below, place the reasoning that best connects the evidence to the claim.

Claim
US public schools should give teachers more money for classroom supplies.

Evidence
Fact: In 2016, 10 percent of teachers spent $1,000 or more of their own money on materials for their classrooms (Time Magazine)

Evidence
Fact: Teachers collectively spent $1.6 billion of their own money on classroom supplies (Time Magazine)

Reasoning
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These supplies help teachers to ensure that their classrooms are clean and productive learning environments.

Teachers should not have to pay for these materials with their own money and should instead be fully supported by their school systems.

Teachers should actively try to reduce the amount of money they spend on classroom materials.

Answer 1

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Teachers should not have to bear the financial burden of providing necessary supplies for their classrooms, as evidenced by the significant amount of money they collectively spend out of pocket. This demonstrates a clear need for increased financial support from public schools to ensure teachers have access to the resources they need to create effective learning environments for their students.