In the context of renewable energy, solar panel installations carry a risk of inefficiency due to weather conditions, but using fossil fuels currently poses an even greater risk of environmental damage per unit of energy produced. Therefore, to minimize environmental damage without reducing our energy consumption, we should invest more in solar energy and rely less on fossil fuels.

Which of the following, if true, most seriously weakens the argument above?

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A) Fossil fuel technology has advanced significantly, reducing its environmental impact.

B) Solar panel efficiency can be significantly improved with new technology.

C) The environmental damage caused by fossil fuels is often irreversible.

D) Solar energy production can be affected by prolonged cloudy weather.

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E) Fossil fuels are currently cheaper to use than solar energy systems.

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The argument suggests that investing more in solar energy and reducing fossil fuel use will minimize environmental damage. However, if solar energy production can be significantly affected by prolonged cloudy…

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DebanshuApr 29, 2025

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AdityaJan 17, 2024

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SriFeb 4, 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.