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Writing Workshop: Evaluating Sources That Support a Claim — Quiz

Question 8 • 26-27 - C - RUSD American Lit

Which best defines the term empirical evidence ?

Answer
A
evidence based on facts and figures
B
evidence based on experience and observation
C
evidence based on another person’s testimony
D
evidence based on emotions

Explanation

Empirical evidence comes from direct experience, observation, or experiments. Therefore, the best definition is evidence based on experience and observation. Facts and figures may describe evidence, but they are not necessarily empirical unless they come from observation or measurement.

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