Strengthening the Argument on Sports Participation

Very Easy Strengthen Enhance Argument

During the last five years, the number of students participating in after-school sports programs at Springdale High School has increased by 25%. This increase has led to a corresponding decline in the number of students who have expressed interest in joining academic clubs. Therefore, it can be concluded that involvement in after-school sports takes students away from participating in activities such as academic clubs.

To strengthen this argument, which of the following pieces of information would be most helpful?

After-school sports programs at Springdale High School have become more popular due to increased exposure from social media.

A survey of students showed that those involved in sports are less likely to join academic clubs.

Many students who participate in academic clubs also state they enjoy sports.

The decline in interest in academic clubs is consistent with trends in other high schools.

Students involved in after-school sports report feeling busier than those who are not.

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