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In an argumentative essay, a writer includes a counterclaim in order to

support the essay’s major reasons.
explain the essay’s main argument.
mock the opposition’s viewpoint.
give a rebuttal to the opposition’s main argument.

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give a rebuttal to the opposition’s main argument.

Including a counterclaim lets the writer acknowledge an opposing view and then refute it, which strengthens the original argument by showing the writer has considered and responded to objections.