The Purpose of an Argument Is to

question 65

Multiple Choice

The purpose of an argument is to

• A) encourage the reader or listener in his or her decision.
• B) negotiate between the reader and the speaker.
• C) convince or persuade the reader or listener to accept a claim.
• D) help the reader understand what the reader needs to do.

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