The following claim is made in an argumentative essay:

Algebra should not be required for high school graduation.

Which counterclaim would be the most effective? (100 points)
a) Algebra is not really needed in the real world
b) Algebra skill are needed for jobs in dozens of high-paying fields.
c) Many think that algebra is a fun subject that students enjoy.
d) My big brother failed algebra and had to go to summer school.

A

Explanation:

I am Director of Nursing! I've had many nursing jobs in my 18 years of nursing. also in my many years prior to nursing. I do not feel algebra is need for many jobs in the real world. I do feel its need for almost every college entrance exam. It may also be needed in a career that has to do with math like teaching.

the second option.is correct

hello,

your answer is a) the metaphor suggests that the poetic themes are serious and dark.

collins is comparing the poem to a dark room. he is suggesting that the poems theme is serious and wants you to understand it. you don't need to understand the poet in order to understand the poem. you also don't need to move around while reading it. he is simply saying the poem has a dark and serious theme.

- i.a -