Discussion
Which one of the following, if true, most weakens the argument?
*This question is included in Practice Set: "Weaker" Questions, Set 1, question #5
| (A) | The differences in average fat intake between countries are often due to the varying makeup of traditional diets. |
| (B) | ... |
| (C) | ... |
| (D) | ... |
| (E) | ... |
| (F) | ... |
The solution is
Posted: 09/05/2013 23:26
Really?? Pollution has nothing to do with this conclusion. No idea why that would be the correct choice.
Posted: 10/07/2013 17:46
Questions of this type present you with an argument that gets weakened by another argument. Your job is to identify which of the five answers articulates the counter argument.
Pollution can cause cancer, hence it weakens the argument that lowering fat intake will reduce the risk of cancer.
Pollution can cause cancer, hence it weakens the argument that lowering fat intake will reduce the risk of cancer.