Question

if you were writing a paper with the narrowed topic of \the effects of video games,\ which of the following would be the best working thesis to help you as you were researching? a. age restriction system for video games b. while video games are frequently blamed for desensitization to violence among teens, the actual truth is more complicated. c. video game music d. statistics on video games sold

Explanation:

A working thesis should clearly state the main argument related to the research topic. Option a focuses on age - restriction system for video games which is too narrow for "The Effects of Video Games". Option c is about video game music which is off - topic. Option d is about statistics on video games sold, also not directly related to effects. Option b presents a common perception about video games and desensitization to violence among teens, which is relevant to the effects of video games and can be developed into an argument.

Answer:

b. While video games are frequently blamed for desensitization to violence among teens, the actual truth is more complicated.