Question

consider this claim: apple trees are the best fruit trees to have in your yard. now consider how someone might argue against this. which sentence presents a counterclaim to the above claim? apple trees have prettier flowers than many other fruit trees. apple trees attract more pests than many fruit trees. apple trees can withstand lower temperatures and snow unlike many other fruit trees.

Explanation:

The claim is that apple trees are the best fruit - trees for a yard. A counter - claim should present a negative aspect of apple trees. The sentence "Apple trees attract more pests than many fruit trees." points out a drawback, thus serving as a counter - claim.

Answer:

Apple trees attract more pests than many fruit trees.