Logical Reasoning

PT109 · S1 · Q2 Sheila: It has been argued

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Sheila: It has been argued that using computer technology to add color to a movie originally filmed in black and white damages the integrity of the original film.

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.

2.

Sheila's argument uses which one of the following techniques of argumentation?

  1. Correct

    It appeals to an analogy

    Why this is right

    Answer A is correct.

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

    87% picked this

  2. It offers a counterexample to

    Trap

    8% picked this

  3. It appeals to popular opinion

    Trap

    1% picked this

  4. It distinguishes facts from value

    Trap

    1% picked this

  5. It draws an inference from

    Trap

    2% picked this

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