Logical Reasoning

PT2 · S4 · Q24 In opposing the 1970 Clean Air Act

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In opposing the 1970 Clean Air Act, the United States automobile industry argued that meeting the act’s standards for automobile emissions was neither economically feasible nor environmentally necessary.

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.

24.

Which one of the following most accurately expresses the method used to counter the automakers’ current position?

  1. The automakers’ premises are shown

    Trap

    10% picked this

  2. Facts are mentioned that show

    Trap

    8% picked this

  3. A flaw is pointed out

    Trap

    7% picked this

  4. Correct

    A comparison is drawn between

    Why this is right

    Answer D is correct.

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

    69% picked this

  5. Evidence is provided that the

    Trap

    7% picked this

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