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CR · Critical Reasoning
555-605
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In an effort to encourage the consumption of locally sourced dairy products and minimize the intake of imported dairy, which is believed to have negative environmental impacts, the board of the local dairy cooperative has decided to prohibit the sale of all imported dairy products at their market.
Which of the following, if true, suggests that the prohibition on imported dairy products is not aligned with the board's objectives?
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A) Research indicates that some imported dairy products have a lower carbon footprint than certain locally sourced options, but the board refuses to acknowledge this evidence.
B
B) A neighboring cooperative is also planning to ban the sale of all imported dairy products.
C
C) After other cooperatives enacted similar bans on imported dairy, no significant environmental improvements were observed in those areas.
D) Many customers at the local dairy market prioritize price over sustainability, and since imported dairy is often cheaper, they may choose to shop elsewhere.
Correct
E
E) Imported dairy products that are not classified as food will still be permitted for sale at the local dairy market.
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To determine which option indicates that the prohibition on imported dairy products is not aligned with the board's objectives, we need to analyze the implications of each statement. The board's goal is to promote locally sourced dairy while minimizing the environmental impact of imported dairy. Option D states that many customers prioritize price over sustainability,…
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RockyMar 31, 2025
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DragoșDec 4, 2024
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LakshyaNov 21, 2024
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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