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CR · Critical Reasoning
555-605
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A bakery announced that it would stop using certain artificial sweeteners in its products because these sweeteners have been linked to digestive issues and allergic reactions.
Which of the following, if true, would make the bakery's announcement irrelevant?
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A) Some baked goods cannot be made without the use of artificial sweeteners.
B
B) Many people prefer to avoid artificial sweeteners due to health concerns.
C
C) Digestive issues can arise from a variety of dietary choices.
D
D) The use of artificial sweeteners has been approved by health authorities.
E) No significant health problems have been directly linked to the consumption of artificial sweeteners.
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To determine which statement would render the bakery's announcement irrelevant, we need to analyze the implications of each option. The bakery's decision is based on the idea that artificial sweeteners cause health issues. If option E is true, it states that no significant health problems have been directly linked to the…
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What this question tests
What it tests
Whether you can identify the option that most undermines an argument's conclusion.
Common trap
Choosing an irrelevant objection or one that attacks the premise rather than the reasoning.
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555-605
Type
CR