Question

Brady read this on a pamphlet at the dentist's office.

Shinybrite is the best toothpaste on the market! Eight out of ten patients who tried Shinybrite Minty Creme liked it better than the leading brand of toothpaste. Shinybrite whitens teeth and freshens breath. Regular toothbrushing decreases cavities and gum disease.

What is the writer's opinion, and what evidence is used to support it?

The writer's opinion is that Shinybrite whitens teeth. It is supported with the statistic that eight out of ten patients like it more than the leading brand.
The writer's opinion is that Shinybrite is the best toothpaste. It is supported with the statistic that eight out of ten patients like it more than the leading brand.
The writer's opinion is that regular brushing decreases cavities. It is supported with the fact that toothbrushing decreases gum disease.
The writer's opinion is that the toothpaste freshens breath. It is supported by the fact that Shinybrite is the best toothpaste on the market.

Answer 1

Answer: It is B: The writer's opinion is that Shinybrite is the best toothpaste. It is supported with the statistic that eight out of ten patients like it more than the leading brand.

Explanation:

He is saying that he thinks S.M. Crème is better than the leading brand. The leading brand is usually the best one out in that time. Also in the beginning he said it was the best toothpaste on the market. It supported that with the cavity protecting and the whiting qualities.