A psychologist studying compulsive gamblers found that, on average, they tend to deceive others significantly more than non-gamblers do. The psychologist concluded that individuals who frequently deceive others are likely to become compulsive gamblers.

Which of the following, if true, most seriously weakens the psychologist's conclusion?

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Some non-gamblers deceive others more than some gamblers do.

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Compulsive gamblers often learn to deceive others as a means to fund their gambling habits.

Individuals who are likely to become compulsive gamblers exhibit unusual behavior patterns other than frequent deception of others.

The gamblers that the psychologist studied were often unsuccessful in their attempts to deceive others.

When in financial distress, compulsive gamblers frequently use their deception skills to improve their situations.

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The psychologist's conclusion suggests a direct link between frequent deception and the likelihood of becoming a compulsive gambler. To weaken this conclusion, we need evidence that shows that not all deceivers become gamblers or that the relationship is not as straightforward as it seems. Option A states that 'Some non-gamblers deceive others more…

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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.