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Question

"Claim: Bird feeders are a kind way to help the birds in the community.

Opposing claim: Bird feeders make it easy for outdoor cats to prey on birds."

Which statement is a good counterargument to the opposing claim?

(1 point)
Responses

Birds don't feed when cats are around.
Birds don't feed when cats are around.

Most cat owners keep their pets inside.
Most cat owners keep their pets inside.

Bird feeders that hang from trees protect birds from predators.
Bird feeders that hang from trees protect birds from predators.

Most cats chase squirrels instead of birds.

Answer 1

The statement that is a good counterargument to the opposing claim is:

Bird feeders that hang from trees protect birds from predators.

This directly addresses the concern that bird feeders make it easy for outdoor cats to prey on birds by suggesting a solution that mitigates the risk.