Question

which statement is an example of finding common ground when addressing a counterclaim?

a. texting and driving is a serious problem, and teenagers — who are often guilty of this offense — should be taught the consequences of their actions.

b. the fact is that processed foods are directly responsible for causing serious health issues in children and young adults, including diabetes and obesity.

c. while the opposition’s claim is true that animal testing harms animals, the lifesaving medicines that have been discovered have saved human lives.

d. those who oppose the death penalty really don’t know what they’re talking about because they’ve never been the victim of a crime.

Explanation:

Finding common ground when addressing a counterclaim means acknowledging the validity of the opposing argument before presenting one's own perspective. Option C first accepts that the opposition's point about animal testing harming animals is true, then introduces its own related point about lifesaving medicines, which fits this definition. The other options either only present a single claim (A, B) or dismiss the opposition entirely (D) without acknowledging any common ground.

Answer:

C. While the opposition's claim is true that animal testing harms animals, the lifesaving medicines that have been discovered have saved human lives.