Which statement best describes sufficient evidence in supporting a claim?

• A. A single anecdote
• B. Evidence from unreliable sources only
• C. Evidence that adequately supports the claim
• D. Evidence that contradicts the claim

Answer: (C)

Evaluating whether evidence is sufficient to support a claim.

Sufficient evidence means the information presented actually backs up the claim and comes from credible, relevant sources in a quantity that makes the claim believable. It isn’t just one isolated detail or a biased anecdote; it’s data or examples that together build a strong, reasonable case. Reliable sources and well-supported data strengthen the claim, while contradictions or weak, nonrepresentative evidence weaken it.

That’s why the best choice describes evidence that adequately supports the claim. A single anecdote isn’t enough to establish general truth, evidence from unreliable sources isn’t trustworthy, and evidence that contradicts the claim would not support it.