What is the role of Supporting Evidence in assessment?

• A. Optional and not used
• B. Substantiates claims
• C. Replaces primary evidence
• D. Only used for attendance

Answer: (B)

Supporting Evidence substantiates claims by backing them with data, examples, statistics, or credible sources, showing how your conclusion follows from the information you’ve gathered. It strengthens your argument and demonstrates that statements aren’t just opinions but are anchored in reliable information and reasoning. This evidence works with primary evidence to build a well-supported analysis and does not replace primary sources. It isn’t related to attendance. In criminology practice, you link each claim to relevant sources—case studies, official reports, statistics, or expert analyses—and explain how the evidence supports your interpretation.