In an effort to encourage the consumption of locally sourced produce and minimize the intake of imported fruits and vegetables, which are believed to have a larger carbon footprint, the management of the city farmers' market has decided to prohibit the sale of all imported fruits and vegetables.

Which of the following, if true, suggests that the prohibition on the sale of imported fruits and vegetables is not aligned with the management's objectives?

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A) Research indicates that some imported fruits and vegetables have a lower environmental impact than locally sourced options, but the management of the market disregards this evidence.

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B) The farmers' market in a nearby city is also planning to ban the sale of all imported produce.

C) Following similar bans in other cities, there has been no observable improvement in local environmental conditions.

D) Many customers at the city farmers' market prioritize price over sustainability, and since imported produce is often cheaper than local options, they may choose to shop elsewhere.

E) Imported products that are not classified as food will still be permitted for sale at the city farmers' market.

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To determine which statement indicates that the ban on imported fruits and vegetables is not aligned with the management's objectives, we need to analyze each option. The management's goal is to promote locally sourced produce while minimizing the carbon footprint associated with imported goods. Option D states that many customers prioritize price over…

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Comments

AnishMar 20, 2025

thanks for the answer

RishabhFeb 14, 2025

Tricky wording but good practice

SamruddhiNov 9, 2024

this pattern comes up frequently

LeoApr 29, 2025

pls explain more?

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.