Claim: "Increased access to early childhood education can significantly improve long-term academic outcomes for students." Evidence: "A 2020 study by the National Institute for Learning found that children who attended high-quality preschool programs were 15% more likely to graduate high school on time." Which sentence best introduces this evidence to support the claim?
✓ Correct Answer: Option C
Option C explicitly connects the evidence to the claim by stating 'This is supported by...', making it clear how the study's findings bolster the initial assertion. Options A, B, and D are less direct in their linkage.