Question

Read the following counterargument and counter.

One might argue that student athletes get enough physical activity during practice and competitions, so they should not have to take physical-education class; on the other hand, they should have to take physical education classes.

What flaw in the passage needs to be corrected?
The counter does not give specific evidence to oppose the counterargument.
The counter does not focus on the same topic as the counterargument.
The counterargument should begin with a better introductory word or phrase.
The counterargument should come after the counter.

Answer 1

The flaw that needs to be corrected in the passage is:

A. The counter does not give specific evidence to oppose the counterargument.

Step-by-step explanation:

The counterargument is that student athletes do not need to take physical-education classes because they already practice a lot. The counter must address that, giving specific evidence to oppose it. Take a look at the counter:

"on the other hand, they should have to take physical education classes."

Why? We are left unanswered. There is no evidence whatsoever, no explanation as to why they should attend those classes. That is the flaw that needs to be corrected. The writer needs to provide evidence for this counter in order to oppose the counterargument.