Use the claim and counterclaim to answer the question.

Question

Claim: Internet access should be free for everyone.
Counterclaim: Making internet access free for everyone could put internet companies out of business and put many people out of work.
Which sentence best characterizes the effect of the author’s choice of counterclaim?

(1 point)
Responses

It is fair because it states a major problem with the writer’s logic, so further research can help the writer come up with a stronger claim.
It is fair because it states a major problem with the writer’s logic, so further research can help the writer come up with a stronger claim.

It is unfair because it does not contain any proof, so the writer’s claim is still valid.
It is unfair because it does not contain any proof, so the writer’s claim is still valid.

It is fair because it addresses a claim the opposing side might actually make, so rebutting it would strengthen the writer’s argument.
It is fair because it addresses a claim the opposing side might actually make, so rebutting it would strengthen the writer’s argument.

It is unfair because it does not address whether or not the original claim is correct, so rebutting it would diminish the writer’s argument.
It is unfair because it does not address whether or not the original claim is correct, so rebutting it would diminish the writer’s argument.

Answer 1

The sentence that best characterizes the effect of the author’s choice of counterclaim is:

It is fair because it addresses a claim the opposing side might actually make, so rebutting it would strengthen the writer’s argument.

This choice highlights that addressing potential counterclaims can help reinforce the original claim by anticipating objections and preparing to respond to them, ultimately making the argument stronger.