Question detail
Which of the following best illustrates the use of evidence to support a conclusion in a geographical enquiry?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Formulate enquiry and argument
Question
- A. Choosing a single anecdote that supports the hypothesis
- B. Using statistical data from a reputable source to confirm a trend
- C. Relying solely on personal observations from a field visit
- D. Presenting a theoretical model without empirical data
Answer
The correct answer is Using statistical data from a reputable source to confirm a trend.
Explanation
The correct option is Using statistical data from a reputable source to confirm a trend. Using statistical data from a reputable source to confirm a trend is correct because it directly matches the approved learning objective to draw well-evidenced and informed conclusions about geographical questions and issues. This belongs to Formulate enquiry and argument within Formulate enquiry and argument, so the answer must stay focused on the geographical process, evidence, place, or impact named by the curriculum. The other options are weaker because they move away from Formulate enquiry and argument, reverse the geographical relationship, or make a broader claim than the objective supports.
Common mistake
Forgetting to link evidence to the conclusion
Students often state a conclusion without explicitly showing how the evidence supports it, treating the evidence and conclusion as separate statements.
Ensure each conclusion is directly tied to specific pieces of evidence, explaining the logical connection and how the data leads to the inferred outcome.
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