Logical Reasoning

PT138 · S2 · Q3 Scientist: Venus contains a hot molten

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Scientist: Venus contains a hot molten core, like that of Earth.

Your task

Break the argument into its conclusion and evidence, then do exactly what the question stem asks with that structure.

Common trap

Answers that sound relevant to the topic but don't connect to the argument's actual reasoning.

Winning move

Predict what a right answer must do, then test each choice against the conclusion-evidence gap.

3.

Which one of the following, if true, does the most to resolve the apparent discrepancy described by the scientist?

  1. Rock on the surface of

    Trap

    2% picked this

  2. Correct

    The surface of Venus is

    Why this is right

    Answer B is correct.

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

    91% picked this

  3. The interior of Venus undergoes

    Trap

    1% picked this

  4. Though Venus lacks active volcanoes

    Trap

    4% picked this

  5. The atmosphere of Venus is

    Trap

    2% picked this

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