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CR · Critical Reasoning
605-655
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The transportation department of a certain city introduced a new weekly bus pass, priced at $15, which allows a passenger unlimited rides on the bus for seven consecutive days. A local resident criticized this initiative, arguing that it primarily serves visitors and does not address the needs of regular commuters, who typically use the bus only for their daily trips to and from work. If all the statements above are accurate, which of the following conclusions can be inferred about the city's bus system?
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The transportation department will reconsider the pricing of the weekly pass in future meetings.
B
Regular commuters are unhappy with the bus fare and may seek alternative transportation options.
C
Reducing the price of the weekly pass could negatively impact the budget allocated for maintenance.
The fare for a single bus ride, irrespective of distance or time, is at most $2.50.
Correct
E
A seven-day pass priced at $15 would also be beneficial for tourists.
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To determine the correct conclusion, we analyze the information given. The weekly bus pass costs $15 for unlimited rides over seven days. To find the cost per ride, we assume a commuter takes two rides per day (to and from work) for five days, totaling 10 rides. The cost per ride would be calculated as follows:
Total cost of the weekly pass: $15.
Total number of rides in a week: 10 rides.
Cost per ride = Total cost / Total rides = $15 / 10 = $1.50.…
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PriteshMar 17, 2025
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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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605-655
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CR