How does paragraph 6 support the author's claim about music developing our brains?

(P.6)A special community music program in a low-income area of Los Angeles showed a higher success rate of students going on to college than students in the area who did not participate in this music education. A team of researchers was asked to offer scientific evidence for this compelling distinction. The study concluded that there were significant improvements in reading scores for the children who attended music classes regularly and were actively engaged for a period of two years, compared to those who did not participate.

a It demonstrates that children from low-income areas benefit even more from music education than their wealthier peers.

b It defines the scientific terms used in the research studies that focused on the achievements of young people in the inner city.

c It proves that the more money that is spent on music education programs, the less money that is needed for remedial writing and reading programs.

d It provides convincing data about the academic performance of children who attend music classes.

Musical training has been found in studies to improve brain structure and function. For individuals who begin at an early age, it can also increase long- term memory and contribute to greater brain growth.

Answer is D.

Reason:

The reason for this is that the article's major focus is on highlighting the improvements that music students made in comparison to students who did not participate in this particular programmer. As stated in the paragraph below:" The study concluded that children who attended music classes on a regulars basis had significant improvements in reading scores."

Explanation of Incorrect Options:-

It does not demonstrated the low-income areas over wealthier peers.

It does not defines any scientific terms that are used in research studies.

The main focus is not improvements in reading scores not on other programs.

Hence, correct option is D.

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