Question

facts, statistics, and authoritative opinions supporting the claim. b. evidence; a. claim; c. reasons; d. transition; e. counter-argument

Explanation:

The description "Facts, statistics, and authoritative opinions supporting the claim" matches the definition of evidence. A claim is the main assertion, reasons explain why the claim is true, transition is for connecting ideas, and counter - argument opposes the claim. So the correct option is the one labeled as Evidence.

Answer:

B. Evidence