Someone who criticizes or opposes something in order to provoke a discussion or an argument is called a(n) .
A)devil's advocate
B)challenger
C)arguer
D)debater

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A devil's advocate is someone who intentionally takes the opposing viewpoint to provoke discussion or argument, often in order to test the strength or validity of an argument or idea. This term is commonly used in group decision making or problem-solving settings. The other answer choices do not accurately capture this specific role.

Someone Who Criticizes or Opposes Something in Order to Provoke