Question

which statement best evaluates an authors use of support?
a. the author uses information from several credible sources, but the facts dont fit together and they feel forced.
b. the author jumps from one topic to the next, taking the audience on a roller coaster ride of information.
c. the author fails to provide adequate evidence to convince the audience that his claims are correct.
d. the author uses terminology that may be familiar to scientists but sounds like nonsense to general audiences.

Explanation:

• Option A evaluates the author's use of support (crediblesources) and their effectiveness (facts don't fit).
• Option B focuses on topic - jumping (organization, not support).
• Option C is about lack of evidence (support - related).
• Option D is about terminology (not support).

Answer:

A. The author uses information from several credible sources, but the facts don't fit together and they feel forced.