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CR · Critical Reasoning
655-705
Complete the Passage
With the growth of online platforms, social media, and smartphones, sharing news has become incredibly simple. A new wave of ‘amateur reporters’ – individuals posting images of local events, writing about community happenings, and sharing their personal views on various sites – is emerging everywhere. However, the notion that traditional journalism will soon fade away is overly optimistic because _____________.
Which of the following best completes the passage?
Answer Choices
Correct answer marked belowA
A. many amateur reporters do not aspire to become professional journalists
B
B. many amateur reporters focus only on specific news topics
C
C. traditional journalists deliver news in a far more refined way
D
D. traditional journalists offer perspectives that amateur reporters cannot
E. traditional journalists are committed to their profession while amateur reporters may be less trustworthy in reporting news
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To complete the passage logically, we need to highlight a key difference between traditional journalists and amateur reporters. The correct option is E, which states that traditional journalists are committed to their profession while amateur reporters may be less trustworthy in reporting news. This emphasizes the reliability and…
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What this question tests
What it tests
Whether you can complete the last sentence of an argument in a way that is logically consistent with it.
Common trap
Choosing an option that sounds plausible but contradicts the argument or introduces new information.
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Difficulty
655-705
Type
CR