Question

which statement best describes the result of a successful debate? (1 point)

after brainstorming ideas, a group assigns tasks to the members who seem best fit to handle them.

after sharing viewpoints and listening carefully to one another, a group reaches a consensus about a topic.

after presenting evidence to support claims and refute counterclaims, one person is declared the winner.

after considering several sources, a group decides which position they wish to argue about a topic.

Explanation:

• Analyze Option 1: Task assignment after brainstorming is about group work organization, not debate results.
• Analyze Option 2: A successful debate involves sharing viewpoints, listening, and reaching a consensus on the topic, which matches the nature of a debate.
• Analyze Option 3: Debates (especially in an academic or collaborative sense) are not about declaring a single winner but about exploring ideas and reaching understanding or consensus.
• Analyze Option 4: Deciding a position to argue is part of preparing for a debate, not the result of a successful one.

Answer:

B. After sharing viewpoints and listening carefully to one another, a group reaches a consensus about a topic.