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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After becoming compulsive gamblers, they learn to deceive others to fund their gambling.

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

The gamblers that the psychologist studied were often unsuccessful in deceiving others.

When they are in debt, compulsive gamblers often use their ability to deceive others to obtain loans.

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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 individuals who deceive frequently become gamblers. Option A states that 'Some non-gamblers…

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What this question tests

What it tests

Whether you can identify the option that most undermines an argument's conclusion.

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Choosing an irrelevant objection or one that attacks the premise rather than the reasoning.