Question

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if you are writing a persuasive essay in favor of banning performance-enhancing drugs in sports, which is a counterargument you might anticipate?
a. athletes have always used artificial means to increase their advantage.
b. athletes should not be allowed to increase their advantage with chemicals.
c. the credibility of all athletes is drawn into question when drugs are used.

Explanation:

A counterargument opposes the essay's position (banning performance-enhancing drugs). Option A argues that artificial advantage-seeking is a longstanding practice, which would challenge the push for a ban. Options B and C support the pro-ban position, so they are not counterarguments.

Answer:

A. Athletes have always used artificial means to increase their advantage.