Research shows that teachers in urban schools earn, on average, 25% more than those in rural schools. However, urban teachers often work in districts with higher funding, and their rural counterparts in similar districts earn comparable salaries. Thus, it can be concluded that working in urban schools does not increase teachers' salaries.

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

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A significant number of rural teachers receive additional stipends for teaching in high-need areas.

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Teachers in urban schools often have access to more professional development opportunities.

Many rural districts have lower overall budgets compared to urban districts.

Urban teachers frequently receive bonuses based on student performance.

The majority of teachers in urban schools have advanced degrees.

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The argument states that urban teachers earn more due to higher funding in their districts, and thus concludes that urban teaching does not increase salaries. To weaken this argument, we need evidence that suggests urban teachers' salaries are influenced by factors beyond just district funding. The option stating that 'A significant number of rural teachers receive additional stipends…

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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.