Question

read the claim and the supporting evidence.
claim: parents should limit the sugar - sweetened beverages their children drink.
evidence: sugar - sweetened beverages can contribute to health problems such as heart disease and diabetes.
why does the evidence support the claim? choose the analysis that better explains the connection.
sugar - sweetened beverages are often marketed to children through television and print advertisements.
parents are obligated to take steps to protect the health of their children.

Explanation:

To determine which analysis explains the connection, we analyze each option:

• The option "Parents are obligated to take steps to protect the health of their children" connects the claim (parents should limit sugary drinks) and evidence (sugary drinks cause health issues) because if parents must protect children's health, and sugary drinks harm health, then parents should limit them. The other option about marketing is about how drinks are sold, not the link between health risks and parental action.

Answer:

Parents are obligated to take steps to protect the health of their children.