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CR · Critical Reasoning
555-605
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A recent analysis of toddler care indicated that the level of interaction toddlers have during the day influences their nap duration. At twelve months old, toddlers in the analysis with a less interactive daytime schedule napped an average of one hour longer each day than those with a more interactive schedule. Given that napping is crucial for a toddler's growth, caregivers might consider minimizing the level of interaction their toddlers experience. Which one of the following statements, if true, most seriously weakens the argument?
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A. Toddlers with less interactive routines often engage in more physical activity during the day.
B
B. Toddlers who have more interactive routines tend to sleep longer at night.
C. Research found no link between interaction levels and nap duration for children over two years old.
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D. The toddlers with less interactive routines showed improved social skills over time.
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E. Interaction during the day is essential for toddlers' cognitive development.
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The argument suggests that reducing interaction will lead to longer naps, which is based on the observation that toddlers with less interaction napped longer. To weaken this argument, we need a statement that shows that interaction does not negatively impact nap duration. Option C states that research found no link between…
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YashApr 16, 2025
Thankss
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AashrithApr 26, 2025
taking my GMAT next month, this helps!
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MegaJul 15, 2024
This is definitely a test-day trap
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PalakFeb 15, 2024
good question
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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555-605
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CR