Logical Reasoning

PT6 · S3 · Q18 Those influenced by modern Western

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Those influenced by modern Western science take it for granted that a genuine belief in astrology is proof of a credulous and unscientific mind.

Your task

Describe the reasoning error the argument actually commits.

Common trap

Answers that name a real logical flaw the argument doesn't actually make.

Winning move

Articulate the gap in the reasoning yourself, then match it to the choice that describes that gap.

18.

The argument is most vulnerable to criticism on which one of the following grounds?

  1. Correct

    A belief can be consistent

    Why this is right

    Answer A is correct.

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

    82% picked this

  2. Since it is controversial whether

    Trap

    1% picked this

  3. Although the conclusion is intended

    Trap

    6% picked this

  4. The implicit assumption that all

    Trap

    0% picked this

  5. The fact that there might

    Trap

    11% picked this

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