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CR · Critical Reasoning
605-655
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I acknowledge that Jordan's actions led to significant harm to Taylor. I also agree that Jordan was fully aware of the nature of his actions and their potential consequences. Indeed, I would not argue against the notion that intentionally causing such harm is condemnable, all else being equal. However, I ask you to agree with me that Jordan's actions should not be entirely condemned, as he mistakenly believed Taylor to be the burglar who had been plaguing the east-side neighborhoods for several weeks. Which one of the following most accurately captures the conclusion of the argument?
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Jordan should not be held accountable for the injuries inflicted on Taylor.
B
The burglar who had been plaguing the east-side neighborhoods should be deemed as responsible for Taylor's injuries as Jordan.
Jordan's actions that caused significant harm to Taylor are not entirely blameworthy.
Correct
D
Jordan believed that Taylor was the individual who had been plaguing the east-side neighborhoods for the past few weeks.
E
Jordan's actions that caused significant harm to Taylor were condemnable, all else being equal.
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The argument acknowledges that Jordan's actions resulted in harm to Taylor and that he was aware of the consequences of his actions. However, it emphasizes that Jordan mistakenly believed Taylor to be a burglar, which…
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What this question tests
What it tests
Whether you can identify the argument's main conclusion as opposed to a supporting premise.
Common trap
Selecting a restatement of a premise or a side point instead of the central conclusion.
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Difficulty
605-655
Type
CR