What type of defense involves correcting a false claim made by the opponent?

The type of defense that involves correcting a false claim made by the opponent is known as "deny/correct." This approach is focused on directly addressing and clarifying inaccuracies presented by the opposing party. When an opponent makes a false claim, it is essential to promptly correct that misinformation to maintain the integrity of the argument and to prevent the audience from being misled.

In this context, denying and correcting the false claim not only helps to uphold your credibility but also strengthens your position, as it directly confronts the opponent's argument. This method is particularly effective in public debates where factual accuracy can significantly influence the audience's perception and the overall outcome of the debate.

Other choices represent different strategies that don’t specifically focus on directly correcting false information. For instance, "refute/rebuild" typically involves disputing an argument and then constructing a counter-argument, while "outweigh" focuses on demonstrating that the advantages of one position surpass those of the other. "Attack/rebuild evidence" involves undermining the opponent's evidence and then offering new supporting evidence, which may not directly address the false claim itself.