Read the sample student claim.

Although some people would argue that it is not the responsibility of schools to ban junk food and encourage healthy eating habits, schools play an important role in helping youths develop positive behaviors that lead to healthier lifestyles.

Which characteristics of a claim does the sample claim represent? Select two answers.

It is a statement of indisputable fact.
It can be supported by evidence.
It clearly takes one side of an issue.
It is a personal preference or feeling.
It is something everyone would consider true.

The characteristics of a claim that the sample claim represents are:

- It can be supported by evidence.
- It clearly takes one side of an issue.