Logical Reasoning

PT105 · S4 · Q20 James: Chemists have recently invented

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James: Chemists have recently invented a new technique for extracting rhodium, an element necessary for manufacturing catalytic converters for automobiles, from nuclear waste.

Your task

Describe how the argument proceeds — the technique it uses to reach its conclusion.

Common trap

Answers that describe a method the argument doesn't actually use.

Winning move

Track the role each statement plays, then match that to the choice describing the same moves.

20.

Marta responds to James's argument by

  1. casting doubt on the accuracy

    Trap

    8% picked this

  2. questioning the credibility of advocates

    Trap

    0% picked this

  3. indicating that James is assuming

    Trap

    9% picked this

  4. Correct

    pointing out a fact that

    Why this is right

    Answer D is correct.

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

    78% picked this

  5. point out that James's premises

    Trap

    3% picked this

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