Question

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select the correct answer from the drop-down menu.
read the excerpt. then choose the correct way to complete the sentence.
the main problem with this argumentative text is that it
cites no evidence
has no appeals
makes no claim
provides no reasons

Explanation:

To determine the main problem of an argumentative text, we analyze each option:

• "cites no evidence": A key aspect of argumentative writing is using evidence to support claims. If a text cites no evidence, that's a major flaw.
• "has no appeals": Appeals (ethos, pathos, logos) are part of persuasion but not the core issue of an argument lacking support.
• "makes no claim": Argumentative texts must have a claim, but the focus here is on the flaw in support.
• "provides no reasons": Reasons are related to evidence; however, "cites no evidence" is more precise as evidence (data, facts, examples) is crucial for validity. The most critical flaw in an argumentative text is lacking evidence to back claims.

Answer:

cites no evidence