5. which of the following claims is most likely to have sufficient evidence?\na. there is intelligent…

5. which of the following claims is most likely to have sufficient evidence?\na. there is intelligent, developed alien life in the universe, but humans are not advanced enough yet for aliens to be willing to contact us.\n\nb. there will be a new, extremely popular form of social media that will eclipse all existing popular sites and apps within ten years.\n\nc. sleep deprivation can have serious side effects, especially for children and teens.\n\nd. squirrel bites might be dangerous, so lets eliminate squirrels.

5. which of the following claims is most likely to have sufficient evidence?\na. there is intelligent, developed alien life in the universe, but humans are not advanced enough yet for aliens to be willing to contact us.\n\nb. there will be a new, extremely popular form of social media that will eclipse all existing popular sites and apps within ten years.\n\nc. sleep deprivation can have serious side effects, especially for children and teens.\n\nd. squirrel bites might be dangerous, so lets eliminate squirrels.

Answer

Brief Explanations:

  • Option A: Claims about alien life contact lack empirical evidence as no confirmed alien contact exists.
  • Option B: Predicting future social media trends (especially "within ten years") is speculative and lacks sufficient current evidence.
  • Option C: Sleep deprivation's serious side effects (e.g., cognitive issues, health problems) for children/teens are supported by scientific research (psychology, medicine) with empirical studies.
  • Option D: The claim to "eliminate squirrels" is extreme and not supported by sufficient evidence (squirrel bites are rare and not a justification for eradication).

Answer:

C. Sleep deprivation can have serious side effects, especially for children and teens.