Why should a writer of an argumentative text include counterclaims? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

Question

Responses

to show a wider understanding of the alternative views on a topic
to show a wider understanding of the alternative views on a topic

to strengthen their own claim when preemptively refuting critiques
to strengthen their own claim when preemptively refuting critiques

to clearly state their main position on a topic
to clearly state their main position on a topic

to provide structure and organization to the writing
to provide structure and organization to the writing

to present sufficient evidence to establish reasoning

Answer 1

The two correct answers are:

1. to show a wider understanding of the alternative views on a topic
2. to strengthen their own claim when preemptively refuting critiques