Read the thesis statement from an argumentative essay about the importance of National Parks to the economy. National parks are very influential role in the economy of the United States because they encourage tourism and create job opportunities.

Which of the following is a counterclaim that the essay’s writer might address?
When national parks have too many visitors, it can cause the destruction of natural and cultural places.
Visitors need a variety of services, which creates jobs for local residents that live nearby national parks.
When national parks were created, it was to protect natural and cultural places.
Visitors need to understand how to throw away their trash when visiting national parks.