A student is writing an argumentative text about recess for high school students. The student makes the claim that recess is important for high school students because high school is a challenging environment, and physical activity relieves stress and stimulates the brain.
Which piece of evidence would provide the most relevant support for this claim?
A.
a student's blog post about experiences in high school
B.
an infographic explaining how teenagers should deal with challenges
C.
research from the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human services highlighting the benefits of physical activity
D.
an interview with a school guidance counselor about the importance of taking challenging courses
1 answer
C. research from the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services highlighting the benefits of physical activity
This choice provides empirical evidence that directly supports the claim about the importance of physical activity in relieving stress and stimulating the brain in a high school environment.
