This document outlines five types of claims that arguments can be categorized into: claims of fact, claims of value, and claims of policy. Claims of fact argue whether something is true or exists. Claims of value argue whether something is good or bad based on criteria. Claims of policy argue what actions should be taken to solve a problem. Arguments may contain mixed claims where one type predominates with other types as supporting claims. Identifying the predominant claim helps establish the main purpose of the argument.