LEAP 2025 Louisiana Educational Assessment

In an argument presented in an informational text, what is the function of a counterclaim?

To provide additional evidence for the author's main claim. To introduce a new, unrelated topic to the reader. To confuse the reader and weaken the overall argument. To acknowledge and then refute an opposing viewpoint, thereby strengthening the author's own argument.

Correct Answer:

To acknowledge and then refute an opposing viewpoint, thereby strengthening the author's own argument.

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