Question

review the claim and the two pieces of evidence. the best time to water outdoor plants is early in the day. evidence a: the head gardener at a large botanical garden recommends giving most plants an inch of water about once a week. he points out that frequent, shallow watering often causes the development of shallow root systems. evidence b: according to horticultural experts at the university of illinois, it is best to water plants in the early morning. morning watering allows plants to soak up enough water before heat and wind cause evaporation later in the day. why is evidence b stronger than evidence a? evidence a does not directly support the claim. it focuses on watering techniques and does not explain the reasons for watering plants in the morning. evidence a is anecdotal. it is based on one persons experience with plants instead of the advice of an expert.

Explanation:

Evidence A focuses on watering frequency and root - system development, not on the time of day for watering. Evidence B directly addresses the claim by stating the benefits of morning watering related to evaporation, making it more relevant.

Answer:

Evidence A does not directly support the claim. It focuses on watering techniques and does not explain the reasons for watering plants in the morning.