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What this question is testing
Objective: Identify a supporting detail
Prompt focus: Read the passage and answer the question. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium, which is needed for strong bones. The body can produce vitamin D when the skin is exposed to sunlight, and it is also found in certain foods such…
Why the correct answer works
When the skin is exposed to sunlight
The passage states the body produces vitamin D when the skin is exposed to sunlight.
Why the tempting wrong answer fails
The tempting wrong answer usually loses because it skips the key condition, priority, or evidence in the prompt.
Plain-language takeaway
A supporting detail is a fact stated in the text. The passage states the body can produce vitamin D when the skin is exposed to sunlight.
Simple analogy
Think of identify a supporting detail like following a short checklist: identify the clue, confirm the rule, and then make the move that fits this exact scenario.
How to review it before a retake
- Underline the command word and name what the question is asking before rereading the choices.
- Compare the correct answer against the closest distractor and write the exact detail that separates them.
- Retest this objective with a fresh question without looking at the rationale first.