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CR · Critical Reasoning
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Marketing director for Nova Industries: Whenever Nova opens a new production plant in a different region, the company should contribute to various local charities. This would enhance Nova's reputation in the area, and consequently, the funds allocated for these charitable activities would result in higher sales. Which statement would, if true, indicate the most significant flaw in the marketing director's recommendation?
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Nova's products are sold globally, so revenue from any single region is only a minor fraction of total income.
B
Allocating funds to charity would necessitate a reduction in marketing expenditures, which are the most effective way to engage potential customers.
C
If economic conditions shift, Nova might need to shut down or move the new plant.
D
Many local charities are inefficiently managed, meaning donations may not effectively aid the community.
If employees at the new plant feel their pay or working conditions are inadequate, their dissatisfaction could overshadow any positive impact from Nova's charitable contributions.
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To determine the most significant flaw in the marketing director's recommendation, we need to analyze the implications of each statement. The marketing director suggests that charitable contributions will enhance Nova's reputation and lead to increased sales. However, if employees at the new plant feel their wages or working conditions are poor, their negative perceptions could…
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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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555-605
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CR