When a speaker uses words such as “therefore,” “consequently,” “it follows that,” and or “it necessarily flows from,” the speaker is likely __________

A. making a claim
B. grounding the argument
C. furnishing facts or evidence
D. furnishing justification or underlying assumptions
E. none of the above


ANS: a

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