Question #6429803Single Choice

AP English Language

Question

In the following passage, what is the function of the counterargument?

"Many people believe that banning smoking in public places infringes on personal freedoms. However, the public health benefits of such bans, including reduced secondhand smoke exposure and fewer smoking-related illnesses, far outweigh individual rights in this case."

Options

The counterargument is introduced to show the writer understands the opposition but ultimately believes the benefits outweigh the negatives.

The counterargument is dismissed without explanation or evidence.

The counterargument is presented to show that the writer agrees with the opposing view.

The counterargument is not relevant to the writer’s main point.

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