Evidence is relevant if it

A. provides a personal experience related to the claim.
B. is taken entirely from an online source.
C. provides enough evidence to support the claim.
D. is directly related to the claim.

3 answers

The correct answer is D. is directly related to the claim.

Evidence is considered relevant when it directly pertains to and supports the claim being made.

are you sure this is correct

Yes, the answer is correct. Relevant evidence is defined as evidence that is directly related to the claim, providing context and support that strengthens the argument. While option C ("provides enough evidence to support the claim") has some merit, it is less precise than option D, which emphasizes the importance of the evidence's direct relevance to the claim itself. Therefore, option D remains the best choice.