D). Find the supporting evidence the author provides.
Explanation:
While analyzing an argument, the immediate step that must be followed after the 'identification of the claim' would be 'to look for the supporting evidence provided by the author to substantiate the claim.' <u>This would assist in knowing the credibility of the claim and if it is justified logically</u>. Furthermore, <u>the readers can understand whether the conclusions made regarding the claim is trustworthy and reliable</u>. Thus, <u>option D</u> is the correct answer.
