PSAT Reading Question 191: Answer and Explanation

Question: 191

Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

• A. Lines 4–6 ("From diet... lifestyles")
• B. Lines 14–17 ("Finally,... evidence")
• C. Lines 18–19 ("When a person... endorphins")
• D. Lines 74–77 ("Such variance... incorporate it")

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B

Difficulty: Medium

Category: Command of Evidence

Getting to the Answer: Reread each quote in the context of the passage. Consider which one is the best evidence of the author's point of view toward laughter research. The word "finally" in line 14 helps demonstrate that the author finds laughter research worthwhile. Choice (B) is the best answer.