Which of the following indicates that an article's claims are based on research?
A)The author describes her creative solution to a scientific problem.
B)The article describes how a scientific study measured a variable.
C)The article includes a direct quote from an expert in the field.
D)The article compares two groups of individuals.

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Describing how a scientific study measured a variable indicates that the claims are based on research. The other answer choices do not necessarily indicate that the claims are based on research. A may indicate creative thinking, C may indicate expert opinion, and D may indicate a comparison between two groups but none of them specifically suggest research-based claims.

Which of the Following Indicates That an Article's Claims Are