Question

what is a claim?
claim: an arguable statement

• can be argued for or against
• easily agreed or disagreed
• based on opinion, not fact

examples
claim: every teenager should have a cellphone.

• based on opinion
• easily agreed or disagreed upon

not a claim: many teenagers have a cellphone.

• based on a fact
• difficult to effectively argue against

which of the following is a claim?
homework helps students develop strong study habits.
homework is often assigned to students by teachers.
homework is typically required in schools.

Explanation:

• "Homework helps students develop strong study habits" is an arguable statement based on opinion. It can be debated whether homework truly has this effect.
• "Homework is often assigned to students by teachers" is a factual statement as it describes a common practice.
• "Homework is typically required in schools" is also a factual statement about a common school requirement.

Answer:

Homework helps students develop strong study habits.