Question

common cents
1 since 1793, the american penny has been minted and circulated as a one-cent piece of currency in the united states. the first penny was designed by benjamin franklin, one of the nations founding fathers and the man credited with the phrase \a penny saved is a penny earned.\ the appearance of the penny has evolved over time, but for ages it has stood out from other coins due to its copper color and low value. today, some believe the penny is a nuisance that should be eliminated from circulation and no longer minted. however, the penny has more worth than some realize, and it should remain in use.
what does the second paragraph do?
it offers evidence to disprove an opposing claim.
it summarizes an opposing argument.
it makes a prediction about the effects of abandoning the penny.

Explanation:

The second paragraph (the only paragraph here, as the text shows one paragraph) first presents the opposing claim that the penny is a nuisance to be eliminated. Then it states the penny has more worth than some realize and should remain, which is offering a counter - argument (evidence - like reasoning) to disprove the opposing claim. The option "It summarizes an opposing argument" is incorrect because it does more than just summarize; it counters. The option "It makes a prediction about the effects of abandoning the penny" is incorrect as there is no prediction about effects.

Answer:

It offers evidence to disprove an opposing claim.