Logical Reasoning

PT9 · S2 · Q2 Tall children can generally reach high

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Tall children can generally reach high shelves easily.

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.

2.

A reasoning error in the argument is that the argument

  1. attributes a characteristic of an

    Trap

    3% picked this

  2. presupposes that which is to

    Trap

    4% picked this

  3. refutes a generalization by means

    Trap

    1% picked this

  4. Correct

    assumes a causal relationship where

    Why this is right

    Answer D is correct.

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

    89% picked this

  5. takes lack of evidence for

    Trap

    3% picked this

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