Question

question 8 of 10
claim: students should be required to wear school uniforms.
which statement is an example of a reasonable counterclaim to this claim?
a. the use of smartphones should also be banned in public high schools.
b. school uniforms are expensive and unaffordable for many students.
c. bullying is a big problem in most public high schools today.
d. students who wear uniforms to school are almost never late to class.

Explanation:

A counterclaim directly opposes the original claim. The original claim supports mandatory school uniforms. Option A is unrelated to uniforms. Option C is a general school issue not tied to opposing uniform requirements. Option D supports the original claim. Option B provides a specific, relevant reason against mandatory uniforms by highlighting a financial barrier.

Answer:

B. School uniforms are expensive and unaffordable for many students.