Which of the following is the first step im writing an argumentative essay?

a. refuting a counterclaim

b. describing your evidence

c. synthesizing your conclusion

d. introducing a claim

D. Introducing a claim

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he believed that congress would be better not dealing with "lobbyists", or people who seek to influence (a politician or public official) on an issue, since historically, they had problems with these kinds of people. he thought lobbying produces benefits, but should be carefully monitored.