Which statement is an example of an effective claim for an argumentative essay?
A
The United States trades with a number of Asian nations, including China, Japan, and South Korea.B
I participated in a study abroad program as a student and it helped me learn a lot about other cultures.C
More and more students have begun to study Chinese because that nation is a global leader.D
Learning a second language can benefit many Americans and help them compete in the global marketplace.