Think about the debate, and evaluate which claims were more clearly supported by reasons and evidence. Be sure to consider which speaker’s arguments and explanations best match the available evidence, and which one acknowledged where the evidence leaves matters uncertain.

about The two candidates are President Jimmy Carter, running for reelection, and Governor Ronald Reagan of California.

Ronald Reagan's claims were more supported by evidence.

Explanation:

This debate took place on October 28th 1980.

president Jimmy Carter claimed that his polices have caused a reduction in inflation by more than 10 percent.

He used decrease in inflation rates,

the number of new jobs created as evidence to backup his claims

Reagan disagreed with the fact that President Carter's policies have brought about an improved economy. Reagan's claim that inflation rose highly under Carter is supported by the data available.

Reagan used the increase in inflation rates and the number of jobs lost as evidence to backup his claims