Read the sample student claim. although many applaud the increased opportunities for research and communication afforded by the internet, it has actually brought more harm to society than good. which best addresses a potential counterclaim? A. there is a higher risk that information obtained on the internet is not as accurate as print sources. B. the internet provides access to information that would otherwise be unobtainable to the general public. C. many people are addicted to the internet and no longer spend valuable time exploring outside interests. D. development of the internet occurred from the late 1950s to the 1970s by a group of researchers and scientists.

The correct answer is B. The internet provides access to information that would otherwise be unobtainable to the general public.

Explanation:

The purpose of a counterclaim is to disprove or oppose the main claim; this implies, a counterclaim should rebut the main point of the claim by providing reasons or evidence.

In the case presented, the claim proposes the internet "has actually brought more harm to society than good" this implies the claim focuses on the negative effects of the internet, and therefore an effective counterclaim should show the positive effects of this. Thus, the best option is "The internet provides access to information that would otherwise be unobtainable to the general public" because this opposes the main claim by showing the internet is essential and positive. This makes this statement a potential effective counterclaim.

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