Question

Read the passage. The salaries of athletes who take part in professional sports are well earned and well deserved. These athletes benefit more than just fans like me. In a recent survey, 92 percent of children stated that they viewed at least one athlete as a role model; 75 percent go on to state that they learn about fair play and sportsmanship from professional athletes. While not all athletes exhibit sportsmanship, most kids focus on athletes with admirable traits, since 76 percent of children surveyed agree that it is never okay to taunt an opponent. Which statement best evaluates the evidence used in this argument? The author presents empirical evidence, then uses logical evidence to highlight the connection between the data and the claim. The author focuses on logical evidence, then uses anecdotal evidence to share children’s viewpoints. The author uses primarily anecdotal evidence, as a fan of professional athletes, then uses empirical evidence to provide support. The author employs empirical, logical, and anecdotal evidence equally to support the claim with data, common sense, and a short narrative.

Answer 1

The author presents empirical evidence, then uses logical evidence to highlight the connection between the data and the claim.

Step-by-step explanation:

Empirical evidence is evidence gathered through observation and experience that supports the claim. Logical evidence is the use of data to support the claim. Anecdotal evidence is a small story that supports the claim. There is no anecdotal evidence in the passage, because the author does not tell a story. Any answer that speaks of anecdotal evidence should be eliminated. This only leaves the first choice. There's plenty of logical evidence in all of the data that is included in the passage.

Answer 2

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The author presents empirical evidence, then uses logical evidence to highlight the connection between the data and the claim.

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