Read the thesis statement from an argumentative essay about the importance of National Parks to the economy. National parks are very influential role in the economy of the United States because they encourage tourism and create job opportunities.

Which statement could the essay’s writer use to support the central claim made here?
This evidence shows that our national parks were designed to protect plants and animals.
This evidence shows that our national parks play an important role in the economy at the local, state, and national levels.
This evidence shows that humans can make small changes that impact climate change.
This evidence shows that national parks play an important role in the economy and should receive more funding.