Question

in the blank space below, place the reasoning that best connects the evidence to the claim. claim schools should not sell soda because it can be harmful to students teeth. evidence fact: human teeth soaked in soda for two weeks were significantly more damaged than those not soaked in soda (scientific american) evidence quote: \soft drinks are generally devoid of calcium and other healthful nutrients\ that can help build strong teeth (harvard school of public health) reasoning answer menu - click to add. schools are supposed to protect students from harmful substances, and soda clearly fits this description. soda damages tooth enamel, which is the outermost, visible part of a tooth. scientists also found that \citrus - flavored sodas like mountain dew and sprite (damage teeth) around six times faster than colas,\ meaning that schools should be especially cautious about offering these lighter - colored drinks.

Explanation:

The claim is about soda being harmful to students' teeth. The first evidence shows teeth soaked in soda are more damaged. The second evidence mentions soda lacks nutrients for strong teeth. The reasoning "Soda damages tooth enamel..." directly connects as enamel is part of teeth. It ties the evidence (damage shown in soaked teeth, lack of nutrients) to the claim (harmful to teeth) by specifying the part of the tooth (enamel) that's damaged.

Answer:

Soda damages tooth enamel, which is the outermost, visible part of a tooth.