Question

which statements best describe an effective claim in an argumentative essay? select two options.
□ it is precise and clear

□ it is debatable but cannot be refuted.

□ it is emotional and states an opinion.

□ it states a bias using clear language

□ it states a fact using precise language.

Explanation:

An effective argumentative essay claim must be clear to guide the essay, and it should present a debatable stance that can be supported (though the option notes it "cannot be refuted" which refers to being defensible with strong evidence, not that it's unchallengeable in theory). Emotional appeals or pure bias are not effective, and a pure fact is not a claim as it requires no argument.

Answer:

It is precise and clear.
It is debatable but cannot be refuted.