Why is evaluating evidence an important part of making an inference when reading a literary text?

A. an inference requires the support of explicit evidence
B. all implied details in a literary text support a logical inference
C. Solid evidence is needed to support a logical inference
D. Literary authors rarely use implied details that require an inference

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C. Solid evidence is needed to support a logical inference

Evaluating evidence is crucial because it ensures that the inferences made are grounded in concrete details from the text, making the interpretations more valid and reliable.