Question

complete the text with the transition that best connects the claim to the counterclaim.
if hospitals are truly committed to patient wellness, they must serve more nutritious food. ____ that nutritious food is more costly. but such arguments are short - sighted, failing to take into account the long - term health effects of poor nutritional habits.
consider the fact
likewise, we should note
of course, some will say

Explanation:

The transition needs to introduce a counterargument to the initial claim about hospitals serving nutritious food. "Of course, some will say" is the correct phrase, as it naturally sets up an opposing view that nutritious food is more costly, which is the counterclaim here. The other options do not fit the context of introducing a counterargument smoothly.

Answer:

Of course, some will say