Which evidence best supports the claim that participating in a team sport improves students’ academic performance?

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Some teachers at our school think that participating on a team is not always the best way to improve grades.
Advertising posters made by a sportswear company suggest that all athletes are exceptional students.
A chart based on a long-term study illustrates the direct relationship between team membership and above-average grades.
Coach Herbert has encouraged every student at Wilson Middle School to join the cross-country team this spring.

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The evidence that best supports the claim that participating in a team sport improves students’ academic performance is:

A chart based on a long-term study illustrates the direct relationship between team membership and above-average grades.

This evidence provides a direct link between team participation and academic performance, making it the strongest support for the claim.