Logical ReasoningDifficulty: Medium

PT2 S2 Q12 Explanation

People have long been fascinated

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Stimulus

People have long been fascinated by the paranormal. Over the years, numerous researchers have investigated telepathy only to find that conclusive evidence for its existence has persistently evaded them. Despite this, there are still those who believe that there must be “something in it” since some research seems to support the view it is premature to conclude that telepathy is an alternative means of communication.

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
12.

In the passage, the

Answer choices

  1. Correct78% picked this

    Supports the conclusion by pointing to the inadequacy of evidence for

    Why this is right

    Answer A is correct.

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

  2. Trap2% picked this

    Supports the conclusion by describing particular

  3. Trap8% picked this

    Supports the conclusion by overgeneralizing from a specific piece

  4. Trap9% picked this

    Draws a conclusion that is not supported by

  5. Trap3% picked this

    Rephrases the conclusion without offering any support

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