What are the purposes of including counterarguments in your writing? Check all that apply.To attack any oppositionTo present a biased argumentTo appear fair-minded and trustworthyTo identify weaknesses in your argumentTo anticipate objections to your argument
Answer
A
To attack any opposition
B
To present a biased argument
C
To appear fair-minded and trustworthy
D
To identify weaknesses in your argument
E
To anticipate objections to your argument
Explanation
Including counterarguments shows that you have considered other viewpoints, which can make your writing seem fair-minded and trustworthy. It also helps you identify weaknesses in your own argument and address objections readers may raise. Counterarguments are not included to attack opponents or make an argument biased.
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