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CR · Critical Reasoning
655-705
Resolve a Paradox
To encourage the use of renewable energy sources and minimize reliance on fossil fuels due to their environmental impact, the city council has decided to prohibit the installation of any new fossil fuel-based energy systems in the city.
Which of the following, if true, suggests that this prohibition on fossil fuel energy systems may not effectively achieve the city council's objectives?
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Research indicates that some fossil fuel energy systems can operate with minimal environmental impact, but the city council disregards this evidence.
B
A nearby city is also planning to enforce a similar prohibition on fossil fuel energy systems.
C
Following similar prohibitions in other cities, no significant improvements in environmental quality have been observed.
Many residents in the city prioritize affordability over environmental concerns, and since renewable energy systems often come with higher costs, they may choose not to adopt them.
Correct
E
Fossil fuel products that are not used for energy generation will still be permitted in the city.
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To encourage the use of renewable energy sources and minimize reliance on fossil fuels due to their environmental impact, the city council has decided to prohibit the installation of any new fossil fuel-based energy systems in the city. Which of the following, if true, suggests that this prohibition on fossil fuel energy systems may not effectively achieve the city council's objectives? A) Research indicates that some fossil fuel energy systems can operate with minimal environmental impact, but the city council…
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What this question tests
What it tests
Whether you can explain an apparent contradiction in a way that makes both facts true.
Common trap
Picking an option that explains one side of the paradox while making the other side false.
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Difficulty
655-705
Type
CR