Question

which of these inferences is best supported by the text?
a. many leaders of usa gymnastics are quietly hoping that biles does not compete in 2020 so that other gymnasts can have a chance.
b. most of the other nations that biles competes against have deeply - rooted racist beliefs.
c. biles does not see a college degree as something that is necessary for her future success.
d. changes to the gymnastics score system have helped biles to flourish even more greatly.
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Explanation:

To determine the best - supported inference, we analyze each option:

• Option A: There is no text - based evidence suggesting that USA Gymnastics leaders hope Biles doesn't compete for other gymnasts to have a chance. This is an unfounded assumption.
• Option B: The text gives no information about the racist beliefs of other nations Biles competes against. So this inference has no support.
• Option C: If the text indicates that Biles has other plans for her future (like focusing on gymnastics or other non - college - degree - related pursuits) and does not consider a college degree as essential for success, this inference can be supported.
• Option D: There is no mention in the text about changes to the gymnastics score system and how it helped Biles flourish.

Answer:

C. Biles does not see a college degree as something that is necessary for her future success.