Question 3 • CMS 2026-2027 English III CREDIT RECOVERY
Read this claim from an argumentative essay about high-sugar foods. High-sugar foods should have the same sales restrictions as other harmful substances, such as tobacco. Which statement best represents a counterclaim to this claim?
Answer
A
Sugar is cheaper to buy than tobacco.
B
Consuming too much sugar over time can lead to diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
C
Studies have shown that sugar can be addictive.
D
Sugar is a nutrient that the body uses as a source of energy; tobacco is not.