Logical Reasoning

PT119 · S3 · Q2 Benson: In order to maintain

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Benson: In order to maintain the quality of life in our city, we need to restrict growth.

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.

2.

Which one of the following most accurately describes a way in which Willett's reasoning is questionable?

  1. It presumes that growth is

    Trap

    4% picked this

  2. It is based on attacking

    Trap

    0% picked this

  3. Correct

    It ignores the possibility that

    Why this is right

    Answer C is correct.

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

    89% picked this

  4. It fails to take into

    Trap

    2% picked this

  5. It overlooks the possibility that

    Trap

    6% picked this

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