Logical Reasoning

PT7 · S4 · Q20 Graphologists claim that it is

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Graphologists claim that it is possible to detect permanent character traits by examining people’s handwriting.

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.

20.

The argument against graphology proceeds by

  1. Correct

    citing apparently incontestable evidence that

    Why this is right

    Answer A is correct.

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

    72% picked this

  2. demonstrating that an apparently controversial

    Trap

    4% picked this

  3. arguing that a particular technique

    Trap

    13% picked this

  4. showing that proponents of the

    Trap

    7% picked this

  5. attacking a technique by arguing

    Trap

    5% picked this

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