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While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:

• India Arie is an African American singer and songwriter.
• The media outlet BBC Music has described her music as a “blend of hip hop, soul and folk [that is] as subtle as it [is] inspired.”
• Her acclaimed albums feature many talented musicians.
• Judeth Insel played viola on her first studio album, Acoustic Soul (2001).
• Ricky Quiñones played guitar on her second studio album, Voyage to India (2002).

The student wants to emphasize a difference between Judeth Insel and Ricky Quiñones. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

A

Judeth Insel played on India Arie’s first studio album, Acoustic Soul, which was released one year before her album Voyage to India.

B

Both musicians have played on India Arie albums, but Judeth Insel played viola, whereas Ricky Quiñones played guitar.

C

Acoustic Soul and Voyage to India, released in 2001 and 2002, respectively, are albums by singer and songwriter India Arie.

D

Judeth Insel and Ricky Quiñones have both lent their musical talents to albums by India Arie.