Question

while holding a persuasive discussion on the topic \alcohol should be banned,\ gerald shares the claim that alcohol poses health hazards. after saying this, he allows his peers to share their views. what error did gerald make in the discussion?

○ gerald shared incorrect information

○ gerald failed to provide evidence to support his claim.

○ gerald misled his peers in the discussion.

○ gerald was not interested in the discussion.

Explanation:

In a persuasive discussion, claims need evidence. Gerald stated alcohol has health hazards but gave no supporting evidence. The first option is wrong as the claim about health hazards is correct. The third is wrong as he didn't mislead. The fourth is wrong as allowing peers to share doesn't show disinterest.

Answer:

B. Gerald failed to provide evidence to support his claim.