Logical Reasoning

PT16 · S3 · Q9 Theater critic: The theater is in

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Theater critic: The theater is in a dismal state.

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.

9.

Which one of the following is a questionable technique employed by the producer in responding to the critic?

  1. Correct

    focusing on the effects of

    Why this is right

    Answer A is correct.

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

    86% picked this

  2. accusing the critic of relying

    Trap

    1% picked this

  3. challenging the motives behind the

    Trap

    7% picked this

  4. relying on emphasis rather than

    Trap

    5% picked this

  5. invoking authority in order to

    Trap

    0% picked this

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