Which claim is the strongest?(1 point)
Responses
I think that sea turtles are the most fascinating animals.
I think that sea turtles are the most fascinating animals.
Sea turtles are most important to the health of coral reefs.
Sea turtles are most important to the health of coral reefs.
Many interesting types of sea turtles live in the ocean.
Many interesting types of sea turtles live in the ocean.
Only sea turtles can excite children and adults alike.
Among the responses provided, the claim:
"Only sea turtles can excite children and adults alike."
is the strongest in terms of it being an absolute statement. It leaves no room for other interpretations or possibilities, as it uses the word "only," suggesting that no other animals have the capacity to excite both children and adults.
The other claims use phrases like "I think" or less definitive language such as "many interesting types," which indicate opinions or less absolute statements that could be subject to debate. The claim about sea turtles being most important to the health of coral reefs is a strong statement as well, but it does not have the absolute quality that the final claim has due to the potential for discussion about the roles of other species in reef ecosystems.