Question

read the following example.
claim: all schools should be equipped with metal detectors.
in an argumentative research essay with the claim above, which of the following counter - arguments is most likely important enough to address?
a. schools should also be able to conduct searches of students bags and lockers at any time.
b. the government uses the images generated by metal detectors to track peoples movements.
c. the costs associated with installing metal detectors would be too high for most schools.
d. metal detectors are dangerous devices that can cause electric shock when not used correctly.

Explanation:

A counter - argument should address a potential flaw or opposing view to the claim. Option C points out a financial barrier (high costs) to implementing metal detectors in schools, which directly challenges the claim that all schools should be equipped with them. Options A and B support or add to the functionality of metal detectors (which is in line with the claim), and option D focuses on a safety aspect of the devices themselves rather than a reason against equipping all schools.

Answer:

C. The costs associated with installing metal detectors would be too high for most schools.