Argument: "Homework should be banned in schools."Which weakens this argument?
Correct answer: A. Homework builds responsibility and time management skills
- A. Homework builds responsibility and time management skills
- B. Kids dislike homework because it takes away from their free time
- C. Parents help kids with homework, enhancing parental involvement
- D. Grades matter, and homework can improve academic performance
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: Homework builds responsibility and time management skills. This option effectively weakens the argument that homework should be banned by highlighting a benefit of homework. It suggests that homework is instrumental in developing essential skills like responsibility, which are valuable for students' personal growth. Option B, stating that 'Kids dislike homework,' supports the argument by pointing out a negative aspect, thus not weakening it. Option C, regarding parental involvement, does not directly address whether homework should be banned and therefore does not weaken the argument. Option D, mentioning that 'grades matter,' shifts the focus to academic performance but doesn't directly counter the argument against homework.
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