Cotton and wool are both natural fibers. Nylon is a synthetic fiber. All of these are used for making clothing.

Camille and Jason are going outside on a rainy spring morning. Camille puts on a long-sleeved cotton shirt. Jason puts on a cotton shirt and a wool sweater. Both Camille and Jason put on nylon raincoats over their other clothing.

Which statement is supported by Camille's and Jason's clothing choices?
A.
Synthetic fibers are useful because they can be made to repel water.
B.
Nylon is more useful for clothing than cotton and wool are.
C.
Cotton and wool are easier to make into clothing than nylon is.
D.
Natural fibers can do everything that synthetic fibers can do.

1 answer

The statement that is supported by Camille's and Jason's clothing choices is:

A. Synthetic fibers are useful because they can be made to repel water.

This is supported by the fact that both Camille and Jason chose to wear nylon raincoats, which are known for their water-repelling properties, especially helpful for rainy weather.