Question

1. which statement best describes a comparative claim?

a a comparative claim shows how three or more topics are similar to each other.
a comparative claim contains numerous statements of facts that can be verified and proven.
a comparative claim states the opinion of the author about a highly emotional issue.
a comparative claim compares or contrasts two topics in a way that invites argument.

Explanation:

To determine the correct option, analyze each choice:

• Option 1: Comparative claims typically involve two (not three or more) topics for comparison/contrast, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Comparative claims are about comparing/contrasting, not just stating verifiable facts (that's more for factual claims), so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: A comparative claim is about comparing/contrasting topics, not about emotional issues or author opinions in that context, so this is incorrect.
• Option 4: A comparative claim's core is to compare or contrast two topics, and since it's a claim, it invites argument (as claims are debatable). This matches the definition.

Answer:

D. A comparative claim compares or contrasts two topics in a way that invites argument.