Logical Reasoning

PT3 · S2 · Q21 The public is well aware that

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The public is well aware that high blood cholesterol levels raise the risk of stroke caused by blood clots.

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.

21.

The argument is based on which one of the following assumptions?

  1. Western diets are healthier than

    Trap

    3% picked this

  2. Correct

    Western diets result in higher

    Why this is right

    Answer B is correct.

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

    85% picked this

  3. High blood cholesterol levels preclude

    Trap

    5% picked this

  4. Cerebral hemorrhages are more dangerous

    Trap

    2% picked this

  5. People who have low blood

    Trap

    5% picked this

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