Constructing Arguments
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An arguable thesis and/or claim should meet 3 criteria:
 It
attempts to convince readers of something, change
their minds about something, to urge them to do
something. Or, it explores a topic in order to make a
wise decision.
 It
addresses a problem for which no easily acceptable
solution exists or asks a question to which no
absolute answer exists.
 It
presents a position that readers might realistically
have varying perspectives on.