Almost all arguments against the theory of evolution stem from the fact that it is very difficult to prove how a group of non-living elements can combine together and give rise to life. However, just because something cannot be proved with certainty today doesn’t mean that the possibility isn’t there. Remember, there was a time when almost the whole world believed the Earth was the centre of the universe until Galileo came by and proved otherwise.

The statements above, if true, best support which of the following assertions?

Correct answer marked below

At one point of time, Galileo was the only person who believed that the earth was not the centre of the universe.

A majority of scientists do not agree with the theory of evolution.

It is difficult to prove the theory of evolution with certainty.

Correct

When Galileo stated that the sun and not the earth was the centre of the universe, he was called insane by his compatriots.

Everything that, at one time, seems impossible will, at some point in the future, become possible.

You can see the correct answer above. Sign in for free to unlock the complete worked solution.

Get detailed analytics, unlock full explanations, and move up difficulty tiers as you practice.

Explanation

Create a free account to reveal the correct answer, see the step-by-step explanation, and start tracking your GMAT progress.

Comments

Be the first to share your thoughts and help others understand it better.

What this question tests

Whether you can draw a conclusion that must follow from the stated facts.

Choosing an option that could be true or is likely true — inference answers must be guaranteed by the passage.