Question

which best describes the counterargument of an essay?when the writer provides reasoning to support the thesiswhen the writer addresses an opposing claimwhen the writer supports the thesis using statisticswhen the writer introduces the main idea of the piece

Explanation:

A counterargument in an essay engages with perspectives that oppose the writer's main thesis. It involves acknowledging and addressing an opposing claim to strengthen the writer's own position. The other options describe supporting the thesis, using evidence for the thesis, or introducing the thesis, not a counterargument.

Answer:

when the writer addresses an opposing claim