Logical Reasoning

PT105 · S1 · Q26 Marion knows that the bridge

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Marion knows that the bridge on her usual route is closed and that, unless she takes the train instead of driving, she can get to work on time only by leaving at least 45 minutes early.

Your task

Describe the reasoning error the argument actually commits.

Common trap

Answers that name a real logical flaw the argument doesn't actually make.

Winning move

Articulate the gap in the reasoning yourself, then match it to the choice that describes that gap.

26.

The reasoning in the argument is flawed because the argument

  1. mistakes a situation that almost

    Trap

    0% picked this

  2. ignores the fact that people

    Trap

    2% picked this

  3. assumes without justification that because

    Trap

    9% picked this

  4. Correct

    treats evidence that someone will

    Why this is right

    Answer D is correct.

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

    81% picked this

  5. overlooks the possibility that someone

    Trap

    7% picked this

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