What is the function of a claim in an argument?
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o to introduce the topic
o to state the writer's opinion
o to state a reason for the writer's belief
o to give evidence supporting the writer's belief

The function of a claim is to provide evidence in support of a writer's belief.

Explanation:

A claim is a form of statement backed by logical reasons and supportive evidence. This facilitates an argument to become a proved one.

The function of claim in any argument plays a vital role. If judiciously used, then a claim would suffice to consolidate the argument regarding any issues. Claim can be of three types, namely; claim of value related matter, policy claim and claim of a fact.

D) To give evidence supporting the writer’s belief

Explanation:

I took the test

the man is bald so he has no hair to get wet

when you breathe in, or inhale, your diaphragm contracts (tightens) and moves downward. this increases the space in your chest cavity, into which your lungs expand. the intercostal muscles between your ribs also enlarge the chest cavity. they contract to pull your rib cage both upward and outward when you inhale.