Question

read this claim from an argumentative essay about zoos.
zoos must improve conditions so that they can meet the health and safety needs of the animals.
which piece of evidence, if true, would best support this claim?
○ exposure to different animals can help to educate the public.
○ funding sources for zoos can be limited, so they often rely on donations from the public.
○ many animals die prematurely in zoos because they are exposed to infectious diseases.
○ animals can be bred at zoos to increase their population.

Explanation:

The claim focuses on zoos needing to improve conditions for animal health and safety. The best supporting evidence directly links poor zoo conditions to harm to animal health/safety. The third option shows that current conditions (leading to infectious disease exposure) cause premature animal death, which directly supports the need for improved conditions to meet health and safety needs. Other options focus on public education, funding, or breeding, which are unrelated to the core claim about animal health and safety deficits.

Answer:

C. Many animals die prematurely in zoos because they are exposed to infectious diseases.