Part 1. Definition
In this task you will be given a claim and a perspective. You should determine whether that perspective supports or undermines the claim. If the perspective could possibly convince someone with different view, it is supporting, otherwise it is undermining.
Part 2. Example
claim: Music containing lyrics that glorify violent and criminal lifestyles should be banned.
 perspective: hip hop artists have a right to free speech
Answer: undermine
Explanation: Musicians having a right to free speech clearly undermines the claim for putting constraints on their lyrics.
Part 3. Exercise
claim: Prescription drugs should be advertised directly to consumers.
 perspective: Health care professionals may feel pressured by DTC prescription drug ads to prescribe drugs that may not be in the best interest of the patient.
Answer:
undermine