Read the following thesis statement that compares two texts. Moran’s use of statistics and expert testimony from reputable scholars makes his argument about soil erosion more effective than Borgelin’s. Which is an example of textual evidence that supports this thesis? A. Moran cites four scholars who specialize in the study of soil erosion, whereas Borgelin cites only the encyclopedia. B. Moran argues that soil erosion occurs more quickly than was previously believed. C. Moran’s conclusion parallels that of Borgelin. D. Borgelin claims that soil erosion is a slow process, but Moran argues that it is occurring at an increasingly rapid pace.
