Command of Evidence: Quantitative

SAT Reading and Writing· difficulty 3/5

A coach measured average vertical-jump height (in inches) for four basketball players who completed a strength program: Player K, 24 (before) → 28 (after); Player L, 22 → 30; Player M, 27 → 28.5; Player N, 21 → 22. The coach argued that Player L benefited most. The strongest support is ______

Which choice most logically completes the text using the data above?

  • A

    Player M's after-jump of 28.5.

  • B

    Player K's gain of 4 inches.

  • C

    Player N's smallest gain of 1 inch.

  • D

    Player L's gain of 8 inches—the largest improvement among all players.

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Explanation

"Benefited most" is supported by L's largest gain (8 inches). Choice B is correct.

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