Which of the following describes a claim?

1. a disappointing conversation
2. evidence that supports the speaker's opinion
3. a statement that presents the opinion of the speaker
4. an idea that makes an argument well-founded

1 answer

The option that best describes a claim is:

  1. a statement that presents the opinion of the speaker.

A claim is essentially an assertion or proposition that someone puts forward, which is often the basis for argument or discussion.