Logical ReasoningDifficulty: Easy

PT11 S2 Q3 Explanation

For Juanita to get to the zoo

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Stimulus

For Juanita to get to the zoo she must take either the number 12 bus or else the subway. Everyone knows that the number 12 bus is not running this week; so although Juanita generally avoids using the subway, she was seen at the zoo this afternoon.

What this question is testing

Method

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.

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The question
3.

The method of the argument is

Answer choices

  1. Trap0% picked this

    assert that if something is true, it will be known to

  2. Trap1% picked this

    demonstrate that certain possibilities are not

  3. Correct97% picked this

    show that something is the case by ruling out the

    Why this is right

    Answer C is correct.

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

  4. Trap1% picked this

    explain why an apparent exception to a general rule is not

  5. Trap1% picked this

    substitute a claim about what invariably occurs for a claim about

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