Emily is engaged to Mark. Therefore, Emily must care for Mark. The argument above is based on which of the following assumptions?

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Emily has known Mark for a long time.

People who are engaged care for each other.

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Mark also cares for Emily.

Mark does not care for Emily.

Mark is Emily's first fiancé.

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The argument states that Emily is engaged to Mark, and from this, it concludes that Emily must care for Mark. The assumption that supports this conclusion is that people…

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LachlanFeb 11, 2025

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What this question tests

What it tests

Whether you can identify the unstated assumption a critical-reasoning argument depends on.

Common trap

Picking an option that strengthens the argument or is merely relevant instead of one that is required.