Question

Read the claim.

Arts education should be considered a crucial part of the curriculum for students in K-12. Studies have shown that students who study the arts perform much better in school overall.

Which evidence best supports this claim?

In her report, Dr. Smith said, “Use caution when comparing the arts to academic achievements.”
Students who receive arts education are four times more likely to have high academic achievement.
In one instance, having arts education improved the mood of the majority of students studied.
One student reported, “I really enjoy the arts education we receive, and it makes school more fun.

Answer 1

The answer is B. Students who receive arts education are four times more likely to have high academic achievement.

Answer 2

The answer would be the second choice, "Students who receive arts education are four times more likely to have high academic achievement."
While the second and third answers seemed to both be good answers, the third one did not mention the students' performance in school. It only mentioned that the mood of the majority of students studied improved.