You are writing a paper on the 1911-1912 race for the South Pole, using a new scientific reconstruction of Antarctic weather conditions as one of your sources.
Which part of the research report would provide the best support for your thesis that the expedition that got to the pole first and returned safely succeeded because they had better weather?
A.A series of maps reconstructing Antarctic atmospheric conditions from 1905 to the present day
B.A chart showing estimated weather conditions along the routes of each expedition
C.A quote from a researcher describing how unusual the weather was that year
D.A description of the negative effect of sudden temperature drops on morale and endurance by a scientist currently working in Antarctica
B. A chart showing estimated weather conditions along the routes of each expedition
This would provide direct evidence of how the weather conditions may have influenced the success of each expedition in reaching the South Pole. It would highlight the potential advantages that the successful expedition had in terms of weather conditions compared to their competitors.