ReadingQuestion 21 of 120
Passage: "Studies show that students who sleep at least eight hours perform better on exams than those who sleep less." This statement is best described as:
a.An opinion based on feelings
b.A fictional story
c.An unsupported claim
d.A fact supported by studies
Explanation
The statement references 'studies' as evidence. This makes it a fact supported by research rather than a personal opinion or unsupported assertion.
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