Logical Reasoning

PT129 · S1 · Q4 A strong correlation exists between

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A strong correlation exists between what people value and the way they act.

Conclusion (thus)

Knowing what people value can help one predict their actions.

Intermediate Conclusion

A strong correlation exists between what people value and the way they act.

Premise (for example)

Those who value wealth tend to choose higher-paying jobs in undesirable locations over lower-paying jobs in desirable locations.

Evaluate

The opening claim is supported by the 2nd sentence, so it's fair to call the opening sentence a conclusion. But the opening sentence is also the support for the final claim, so the final claim is the main conclusion.

While we're usually suspicious of picking the last claim as the conclusion on Main Conclusion, it does happen 10-15% of the time, especially on lower difficulty questions. Since this is just a Q4, we can tell ourselves, "It's ok." :)

4.

Which one of the following most accurately expresses the conclusion of the argument?

  1. Knowing how people behave allows

    Reversal

    This reverses the relationship in the argument's premise.

    5% picked this

  2. People's claims concerning what they

    Out of Scope

    People's claims concerning what they value are not relevant to the argument.

    2% picked this

  3. No two people who value

    Too Strong

    The argument is about tendencies, while this is about individuals.

    0% picked this

  4. People who value wealth tend

    Evidence

    This is evidence in support of the argument's conclusion.

    1% picked this

  5. Correct

    What people value can be

    Why this is right

    This best paraphrases the author's conclusion.

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

    91% picked this

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