SAT English Practice Question

The passage argues that it is important to be able to identify and analyze the different types of argumentation in a text. Argumentation is a key element of communication, and it is used in a variety of contexts. For example, argumentation can be used to persuade, to inform, to explain, or to defend a particular point of view. The passage suggests that argumentation is a powerful tool that can be used to achieve a variety of goals. Which of the following statements best summarizes the passage's main idea?

1. A.Argumentation is a key element of communication that is used in a variety of contexts.
2. B.Argumentation is a powerful tool that can be used to achieve a variety of goals.
3. C.It is important to be able to identify and analyze the different types of argumentation in a text in order to understand how argumentation works.
4. D.Argumentation is a key element of communication that can be used to persuade, to inform, to explain, or to defend a particular point of view.