What do the words compelling distinction suggest in Paragraph 6 of this passage?

A) Music education is viewed more favorably in low-
income areas than in others.
B) Some students need to be persuaded to take music
lessons.
C) Student success is based on the music programs
offered
D) Students who study music fare much better than
those who do not.

i would say the answer is erm c but if you dont agree im so sorry

the narrator is saying that the old lady made her feel uncomfortable. you know this because they say "i found that rather irksome", "perhaps it was her being so upright and trim", and "i don't think it was that, because i thought that quaintly pleasant." hope this !

i believe it is the first option, having taken lessons