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CR · Critical Reasoning
555-605
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In several regions, cliff diving, an extreme sport where individuals leap off cliffs into water below, is prohibited. Supporters of the sport argue that participants are risking their own lives and should be permitted to do so in a free society as long as they do not endanger others. Consequently, these supporters conclude that cliff diving should be legalized. Each of the following, if true, would weaken the conclusion drawn by the supporters of cliff diving EXCEPT:
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Correct answer marked below(A) Many cliff divers are highly skilled and have performed numerous dives without sustaining injuries.
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(B) The liability insurance costs for property owners near popular cliff diving spots have significantly increased due to the risk of lawsuits.
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(C) Local governments have had to allocate more resources to monitor cliff diving activities.
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(D) There have been instances where cliff divers have accidentally harmed people on the shore during their dives.
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(E) Cliff divers have been reported to trespass on private property to access diving locations, resulting in property damage.
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To determine which statement does not weaken the conclusion that cliff diving should be legalized, we analyze each option. The conclusion is based on the premise that individuals should be allowed to take risks with their own lives as long as they do not harm others. (A) states that many cliff divers are skilled and have…
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Md.Feb 25, 2025
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HarshApr 14, 2025
Great explanation
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ChithiraJul 21, 2024
got this wrong on my practice
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Bish0pJan 11, 2024
Great
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