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CR · Critical Reasoning
555-605
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A group of dedicated wildlife photographers recently tested the new Falcon 300mm telephoto lens. With it, they were able to capture stunning images of birds that were only seen as blurred shapes through their 200mm lenses, despite the 200mm lenses having a larger aperture and gathering more light than the 150mm Falcon lens. Based on these photographers' experiences, any serious wildlife photographer should choose the Falcon lens if they are looking to photograph birds. Which one of the following most seriously weakens the argument?
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Correct answer marked belowA
Many serious wildlife photographers prefer to use wide-angle lenses for their work.
The quality of the lens is just one of many factors that should influence a photographer's choice.
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C
The photographers' comparisons were made during different weather conditions.
D
The Falcon lens is made from a different type of glass than the 200mm lenses.
E
Some photographers may not be interested in bird photography at all.
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The argument suggests that the Falcon lens is superior for bird photography based solely on the experiences of a few photographers. However, option B states that the quality of the lens is just one of many factors that should influence a…
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AbhikMay 3, 2025
Can someone explain it other way?
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KartikJun 15, 2024
Amazing
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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Difficulty
555-605
Type
CR