Question

guided practice
read this excerpt from a student’s persuasive essay about smoking.
we now know that smoking causes type 2 diabetes. in fact, smokers are 30–40% more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than nonsmokers. the more cigarettes you smoke, the higher your risk for type 2 diabetes. no matter what type of diabetes you have, smoking makes your diabetes harder to control.
this detail from the essay includes all but what kind of elaboration?
a. statistic
b. personal experience
c. comparison
d. fact

Explanation:

The excerpt uses a statistic (30-40% higher risk), makes a comparison (smokers vs. nonsmokers), and states factual claims about smoking and diabetes. It does not include any personal anecdotes or first-hand personal experience.

Answer:

B. Personal experience