Logical Reasoning

PT2 · S2 · Q8 Alice: Quotas on automobile imports

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Alice: Quotas on automobile imports to the United States should be eliminated.

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.

8.

Which one of the following most accurately characterizes David’s response to Alice’s statement?

  1. David falsely accuses Alice of

    Trap

    1% picked this

  2. David unfairly directs his argument

    Trap

    1% picked this

  3. David uncovers a hidden assumption

    Trap

    8% picked this

  4. David takes a position that

    Trap

    4% picked this

  5. Correct

    David fails to address the

    Why this is right

    Answer E is correct.

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

    86% picked this

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