Question

comparing arguments from diverse perspectives
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read the two passages.
how does the evidence in the first passage differ from
the evidence in the second?
passage 1
the need for standardized testing in education is a
sensitive topic to some. many fear that the use of these
tests with students of all ages would lead to a decline in
both academic growth and innovation; however, if
standardized testing continues to be a reliable and
objective source of measuring student achievement, we
must conclude that the means justify the end. we can
simply state the results of a 100 - year analysis of testing
research for proof: 93 percent of studies on student
testing found a favorable outcome for student
achievement.
passage 2
when the brookings institution, a 100 - year - old
organization made up of experts in education and

passage 1 uses anecdotal evidence, while passage
2 uses empirical evidence.
passage 1 uses empirical evidence, while passage
2 uses logical evidence.
passage 1 uses anecdotal evidence, while passage
2 uses logical evidence.
passage 1 uses logical evidence, while passage 2
uses logical and anecdotal evidence.
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Explanation:

• Empirical evidence is based on observation and experimentation. In Passage 1, the author refers to a "100 - year analysis of testing research" which is a form of empirical evidence as it is based on data from multiple studies.
• Logical evidence is based on reasoning. Passage 2 does not present data (like Passage 1) but rather implies a connection (the Brookings Institution is an organization of experts, so their view might be considered reliable through a form of logical reasoning about the credibility of the source).

Answer:

Passage 1 uses empirical evidence, while passage 2 uses logical evidence.