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CR · Critical Reasoning
555-605
Weaken
A group of dedicated wildlife photographers has tested the new Falcon 300mm telephoto lens. With it, they were able to capture stunning images of birds that were only seen as blurry shapes with their 200mm lenses, even though the 200mm lenses, with their larger apertures, allow more light to enter than the 150mm Falcon lens. Based on these photographers' experiences, any serious wildlife photographer should choose the Falcon lens if they are purchasing a lens for bird photography. 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 wider-angle lenses for their work.
The quality of the lens is just one of many factors that should influence the choice of a lens for bird photography.
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C
The photographers' comparisons were made during different lighting conditions.
D
The Falcon lens is made from a different type of glass than other lenses.
E
Some photographers have no interest in bird photography.
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The argument states that the Falcon lens is superior for bird photography based 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 the choice of a lens for bird photography.…
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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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Difficulty
555-605
Type
CR