a student wants to develop a claim stating that natural talent is a more important predictor of success than hard work. Which of the following statements is fair, focused, and complex?

Question

A. People who have real, demonstrable talent have got it made in this world! Everyone knows that a person with real capability doesn't have to work a day for what the rest of us have to slave all our lives for!
B. People with natural abilities don't have to practice to succeed. This reminds me of my friend Franky; he could play guitar just like Eddie Van Halen, and he never practiced!
C. Recently, entrepreneurs were evaluated by their talents and abilities concerning the success or failure of their business ventures after one year.
D. A research psychologist recently published a case study showing that natural talent combined with consistent effort produces measurably higher success rates.

Answer 1

The best statement that is fair, focused, and complex is:

C. Recently, entrepreneurs were evaluated by their talents and abilities concerning the success or failure of their business ventures after one year.

This statement is focused on the evaluation of entrepreneurs and their talents, suggesting a study or investigation that supports the claim about natural talent being a predictor of success. It's fair because it doesn't dismiss hard work but instead emphasizes the role of talent and abilities in determining outcomes. Additionally, it has a complexity that implies an analysis of various factors and their impact over a specific period.