What helps readers interpret an informational text to find the central idea?(1 point)

Responses

other texts on the same subject by different authors
other texts on the same subject by different authors
an analysis of claims and statements in the text
an analysis of claims and statements in the text
background information about the author
background information about the author
a careful reading of the title and first sentence

1 answer

The response that best helps readers interpret an informational text to find the central idea is an analysis of claims and statements in the text. Analyzing the claims and statements helps readers understand the main points the author is trying to convey, which leads to identifying the central idea more effectively.