Set 2: Command of Evidence (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The Matthew Effect: initial advantages compound over time. Early academic success leads to more resources, which leads to more success. This creates widening inequality.
What does the Matthew Effect describe?
Detailed Explanation
This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Initial advantages compound' = cumulative advantage. The best evidence directly and explicitly supports the stated claim without requiring assumptions. Match specific textual details or data points to the claim being made. The correct answer provides clear, direct support. Strong evidence directly addresses the claim without requiring additional interpretation. When evaluating options, look for quotes or data that explicitly support the statement. Weak evidence may be tangentially related but doesn't provide direct proof.
Key Evidence:
• "The Matthew Effect: initial advantages compound over time"
• "Early academic success leads to more resources, which leads to more success"
Why others are wrong: A (This option is incorrect.), B (This option is incorrect.), C (This option is incorrect.).