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CR · Critical Reasoning
605-655
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Maya: Dr. Thompson, a behavioral scientist, has convincingly shown that his model of squirrel behavior leads to consistently accurate predictions about how squirrels will navigate through a complex obstacle course. Based on this evidence, Dr. Thompson has asserted that his model is undeniably correct. Liam: Then Dr. Thompson is not a responsible scientist; his evidence does not definitively prove that his model is correct. Responsible scientists always acknowledge the possibility that new findings could demonstrate that their models are incorrect. Liam bases his conclusion about Dr. Thompson on which one of the following?
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(A) the rejection of a theoretical explanation
(B) the application of a general principle
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(C) an attack on Dr. Thompson's character
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(D) the discrediting of facts
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(E) the use of an ambiguous term
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Liam's argument is based on the principle that responsible scientists should remain open to the possibility that their theories could be disproven by new evidence. This reflects the…
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dreamytotesssFeb 28, 2025
thankss
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BellaMar 9, 2025
This is definitely a test-day trap
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GregoryJun 1, 2024
finally understood this
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aVnavOct 10, 2024
thank you taking time to upload it!
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