A group of teenagers of different backgrounds participated in a survey about their views on social media behavior. When asked about appropriate responses to negative comments made online, the younger teenagers, unlike the older ones, suggested responses that did not differ based on whether the comments were made maliciously or out of misunderstanding. Younger teenagers, therefore, do not consider the intent behind comments as important for determining responses.

Which of the following, if true, would most seriously weaken the conclusion above?

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Younger teenagers are just as likely to misinterpret comments as older teenagers.

The older teenagers responded in a manner similar to how adults would respond in a comparable situation.

In the survey, the context of the comments was clearly explained.

The younger teenagers suggested responses that varied based on the emotional impact of the comments.

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The younger teenagers had to rely on their understanding of social media dynamics to interpret the comments.

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To weaken the conclusion that younger teenagers do not consider intent important, we need to show that they do take some factor into account when suggesting responses. Option 4 states that the younger teenagers suggested responses that varied based on the emotional…

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AryanApr 27, 2025

good question

SerenaFeb 7, 2025

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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.