Question

What is a counterclaim?

A. a claim that is opposite of the main argument of an argumentative essay or text
B. the supporting details that prove the main argument of an argumentative essay or text
C. the main argument of an argumentative essay or text
D. a claim that a writer refuted before choosing the main argument of an argumentative essay or text

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GPT-4o mini
A counterclaim is best defined as:

A. a claim that is opposite of the main argument of an argumentative essay or text.

Counterclaims present an opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the main thesis or argument being presented.