Logical ReasoningDifficulty: Easy

PT103 S3 Q7 Explanation

Lack of exercise produces the same

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Stimulus

Lack of exercise produces the same or similar bodily effects as aging. In fact, the physical changes that accompany aging can often be slowed down by appropriate exercise. No drug, however, holds any associated with aging. Therefore, _______ .

What this question is testing

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Your task

Break the argument into its conclusion and evidence, then do exactly what the question stem asks with that structure.

Common trap

Answers that sound relevant to the topic but don't connect to the argument's actual reasoning.

Winning move

Predict what a right answer must do, then test each choice against the conclusion-evidence gap.

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The question
7.

Which one of the following provides a logical completion to the

Answer choices

  1. Trap3% picked this

    taking drugs has the same effect on aging as does a

  2. Trap0% picked this

    people who do not exercise are likely to need drugs to

  3. Trap8% picked this

    appropriate exercise can prevent the physical changes associated

  4. Trap1% picked this

    people who do not exercise when they are young will gain few benefits from beginning to exercise

  5. Correct89% picked this

    if the physical changes of aging are to be slowed, it is more practical to rely on

    Why this is right

    Answer E is correct.

    Skill tested: Most Supported · how this choice captures the argument's function is the move to repeat next time.

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