Logical Reasoning

PT2 · S4 · Q9 Advertisement: Clark brand-name parts

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Your task

Find the assumption the argument requires in order for its conclusion to hold.

Common trap

Answers that would help the argument but aren't strictly required (sufficient, not necessary).

Winning move

Negate each choice — the right one breaks the argument when negated.

9.

The argument requires the assumption that

  1. Clark parts are available only

    Trap

    2% picked this

  2. Foreign-made parts are not suitable

    Trap

    7% picked this

  3. No foreign-made parts satisfy our

    Trap

    12% picked this

  4. Correct

    Parts that satisfy our government

    Why this is right

    Answer D is correct.

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

    68% picked this

  5. If parts are made for

    Trap

    11% picked this

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