Which of the Following Sentences Asserts the Idea That This

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences asserts the idea that this winter will be cold?

A) Because of the weather patterns of the last decade, this winter will be cold.
B) The weather reporter says that this winter will be cold.
C) If this year is like last year, then this winter will be cold.
D) Either this winter will be cold or this summer will be hot.
E) This winter will be cold if we don't have our furnace replaced.