Question

consider this claim:
there is truth to the idea that \an apple a day\ keeps you healthy.
which piece of evidence better supports this claim?
evidence a: an extensive study of nearly four thousand women found that women who ate at least one apple daily reduced their risk of heart disease by thirteen to twenty - two percent.
evidence b: two - thirds of the active senior citizens interviewed at northbay senior center believed that a daily apple is essential for digestive health.
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Explanation:

Evidence A is a large - scale scientific study with quantifiable data (reduction in heart disease risk) which is more objective and reliable. Evidence B is based on the beliefs of a relatively small group (at one senior center) and is more subjective.

Answer:

Evidence A.