I don't know this for sure but if an author has something to declare and they can't back it up it's just an idea. So if you want to identify the claim you have to have statistics and facts to prove what you're saying. But remember I am not am expert so whatever you think the answer is go with it. Hope this helps ;)
B, C, & E are the correct answers!
"<span>How many times greater is the acidity of hydrochloric acid than vinegar?" is the best option from the list, since this is what the chapter is primarily dealing with. </span>