Read the statement.Because she didn’t have health insurance, my Auntie Gloria’s diabetes went untreated for a number of years; this led to more extensive and serious health problems.This statement uses what type of evidence to support a claim that a universal health care system is desirable?
Answer
A
a statistic that appeals to the reader’s sense of logic
B
a comparison of something familiar and unfamiliar
C
a survey to show the extent of the issue presented
D
an anecdote to illustrate a specific example
Explanation
The statement tells a short, specific story about Auntie Gloria and the health problems she experienced after going without insurance. A personal example like this is an anecdote, used to illustrate how lack of health care can affect someone. It is not a statistic or survey measuring how widespread the problem is.
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