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A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

Two conclusions, a conclusion that the author disagrees with, and the author's conclusion.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
While this is a conclusion, it is not the author's conclusion.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
Looks good. The first is a conclusion, the second is the the basis for the author's conclusion.

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
While the first is a conclusion the author disagrees with, the second statement is not the main conclusion. The author bases the conclusion on the information in the second bolded statement.

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is a conclusion, not a consideration.

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is a conclusion, not support for a conclusion.

Therefore, I believe the correct answer choice is B.

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

Fairly Simple question, before moving to the answer choices, let's analyze the question stem.
First, the argument is discussing the proponent's view and states its conclusion:- the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator.
The argument then starts stating evidence against the proponent's conclusion by stating:- given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern-day sport, lack of technological advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today.


Then the argument states the main conclusion: - Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

Now, let's move to the POE.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
This is incorrect as the First BF is not the main conclusion of the argument, it is the conclusion of the proponents.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
This is correct. It matches our prethinking.

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
This is incorrect as the second BF is not the main conclusion, it is evidence presented to support the main conclusion.

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
Now, this one is tricky, but carefully look at the first line, it says that it is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion. If you do the therefore test, this falls apart as as the main conclusion says - those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink. and the first BF states therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. It is in fact the other way around. Hence it is incorrect.

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
This is incorrect as the 1st BF is not supporting the main conclusion of the argument.

Hence for all the reasons stated above, THE ANSWER IS B.

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
first is not the main conclusion of the argument it is an intermediate conclusion that teh argument seeks to oppose.
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
Correct answer that the first is the sub conclusion that the argument seeks tot oppose and the second is the consideration to support that the those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink that is the main conclusion
C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
The fisrt is the conclusion that teh argument seeks to oppose but the second is not he main conclusion of the argument.
D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is a sub conclusion which is opposed by the argument as a whole, so this point is other way around.
E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. the first is the anti conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

First boldface: this is a conclusion of the argument which is opposed by the argument in the passage.
Second boldface: Supports main conclusion of the argument

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
The first is NOT the main conclusion of the passage. Incorrect.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose and the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. Correct

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
The second is NOT the main conclusion of the argument Incorrect

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is a conclusion and not a consideration and second is NOT a evidence. Incorrect

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is NOT used to support the main conclusion of the argument but is a conclusion that the argument opposes. Incorrect

IMO B

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion. - The first is not the main conclusion of the passage, it is an intermediate conclusion which is used as a premise in the argument to draw the main conclusion later; DISCARD
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. - This sounds correct; First is a conclusion obviously (conclusion marker "therefore" is present before it; the second Bold face is a consideration to support the main conclusion (Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.)
C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument. - The second is not the main conclusion as stated in option B
D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument; the first is a intermediate conclusion not a consideration.
E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. - The first statement is not supporting the main conclusion.

Statement 1: the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. --> This is an intermediate conclusion that the author seeks to oppose

Statement 2: lack of technical advancements may out-mode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today.

Main conclusion: Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
The first isn't the main conclusion of the passage, although the second opposes the first.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
CORRECT ANSWER. The first is an intermediate conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is one of the two considerations presented to support the main conclusion.

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose, but the second isn't the main conclusion of the argument.

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first isn't really a consideration presented to oppose the main conclusion, but rather the opposing viewpoint itself; the second isn't an evidence, but rather a consideration presented to support the main conclusion.

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first clearly doesn't support the main conclusion of the argument, though the second is truly a consideration presented to support the main conclusion.


Answer is (B)

In the given argument, below is the final or main conclusion.

Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

Entire Argument can be broken down in the following manner -

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator.
[first idea is opposed]
A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today.
[main conclusion-]
Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

First Boldface is an intermediate conclusion that is opposed by the final conclusion. and Second boldface is used in support of the main conclusion.

Choices -

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
Wrong. First boldface is not the main conclusion of the passage.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
This is correct.

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
Wrong.Although first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose, second is not the main conclusion of the argument.

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
Wrong.First is not a consideration. Also, second boldface is not an evidence.

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
Wrong. First is opposite of the main conclusion.

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

Options prefixed with X are discarded.

XA. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
>>First (coach must be people manager)is not the main conclusion. Main conclusion is is that those arguing for 1st part must rethink. 2nd is a statement to support argument against 1st part.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
>>This seems CORRECT. 1st part is a conclusion based on premise that international players already have good technique. It is not the main conclusion. Main conclusion is that the 1st conclusion is faulty and must be rethought. The second bold part is a consideration to support the main conclusion highlighting the importance of continuing technical advancements....... Let us still evaluate other options.

XC. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
>>This first is correctly identified as discussed in B. 2nd however, is NOT the main conclusion. It is a statement in support of the main conclusion. Main conclusion being that the 1st conclusion is incorrect.

XD. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
>>No, 1st is the intermediate conclusion based on initial premise. 2nd is not evidence to support main conclusion, it is merely a statement to support the main conclusion.

XE. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
>>The first is not supporting the main conclusion. The first is being opposed by the main conclusion.


Answer: B

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second oppose that conclusion. First is not the main conclusion, as the last line gives a clear picture of the main conclusion.
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. This looks promising. First is a kind of conclusion, that gives a contradicatory view of the arguement. Second proposes an opinion, which supports the main conclusion.
C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument. Second one is an opinion, not the main conclusion.
D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.IMO first is not a consideration, it`s kind of conclusion for the above-stated lines. But again it looks closer to the answer.
E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. First one is not supporting the main conclusion, it`s contradicting the main conclusion.

IMO the answer is B.

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A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?
Conclusion of the argument : People arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.- Incorrect. First is not the main conclusion of the argument, it is a claim drawn from a viewpoint.
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.- Correct. First is the conclusion drawn by people who have the popular view point on international coaches which the argument further seeks to go against. Second is a belief/ consideration presented to support the main conclusion as stated
C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.- Incorrect. Argument surely seeks to oppose the first, However, 2nd isn't the main conclusion of the argument, it's just a belief/ consideration.
D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.- Incorrect.First is not used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument. also, 2nd isn't an evidence but rather a belief/consideration to support the main conclusion
E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.- [color=#ed1c24]Incorrect. first is not supporting the main conclusion of the argument in anyway. 2nd is true.

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

Counter Premise:

-The role of a coach must be more of a people manager

Premises:

-Flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions
-Given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today.

Conclusion

-Those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. -This one is the only one that matches our previous analysis
C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.

(B) is our answer
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the main conclusion of the argument----those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

BF1--the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator
This boldface is the intermediate conclusion

BF2--lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today
This is a consideration


A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
BF1 is not the main conclusion of the argument-----(OUT)

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.

YES BF1--is the conclusion that argument seeks to oppose ,BF2--is consideration that supports the main conclusion of the argument (CORRECT)

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
BF2 is not the main conclusion of the argument---it is a consideration (OUT)

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
BF1 is not the consideration it is an intermediate conclusion (OUT)

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
BF1 doesn't support the main conclusion of the argument (OUT)

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.

Explanation:
The main conclusion of the passage is " clearly ,those arguing for softer......rethink."
The first statement is the viewpoint of the author which is finally being not accepted by the argument.
The second statement speaks in favour of the main conclusion .


A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion..Incorrect.the first statement is not the main concluison but a view point of the author.Second is in complete favour of the conclusion as it hints out of necessity of being updates with the most skilled coaching to be competitive in the market.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument . Correctt.As expalined above first is the conclusion which being finally opposed by the argument as if the role of the coach is very much restricted to being a manager or facilitator then they would be outmode in this technically advanced market..The second is the consideration for the conclusion to arrive.There has to be rigorous and technically advanced coaching at the highest level to compete in the market.

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.Incorrect.second is not the main conclusion.

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.Incorrect.First is the viewpoin of the author and not consideration to oppose the main conclusion.Second is not the evidence but the consideration on the basis of which the conclusion stands.

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E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.Incorrect.Though second is the consideration for the main conclusion but first is not supporting the main conclusion.

Intermediate Conclusion: The role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator.

Main Conclusion: Those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

All the other information given is either supporting the intermediate conclusion or the main conclusion as mentioned above. Let us check the options now.

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion. --> Wrong. The first is the intermediate conclusion and not the main conclusion.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. --> Correct. Here the first part is correctly identified as an intermediate conclusion and the second as additional data to support the main conclusion which follows in the argument.

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument. --> Wrong. The first part is correct but the second part is not the main conclusion. Rather it is additional information to support the main conclusion.

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. --> Wrong. The second part is correct however the first part has been identified incorrectly here.

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. --> Wrong. The first is wrong. It opposes and not supports the main conclusion of the argument. The second part is correct.

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion. Incorrect. The first is not the main conclusion of the passage
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. Correct. The first is a conclusion of the proponent of softer coaching and the argument seeks to oppose that. The second is a consideration (the keyword here in the second BF that makes it a consideration as opposed to an evidence is the word "may") in support of the main conclusion.
C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument. Incorrect. The second is not the main conclusion.
D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. Incorrect. The first is not a consideration, but a conclusion.
E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument. Incorrect. First is not used to support the main conclusion.

The author starts with a popular view and ends with what the view believes in – “the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator” – This can be considered as the conclusion of the proponents of the popular view.
The author then starts stating why he feels that the popular view is not correct. He provides supportive statements to put down his conclusion that “those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink”.
Now the boldface “lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today” is supporting the author’s conclusion i.e. the main conclusion of the argument.

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
The first is not the main conclusion. Eliminate.

B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is the proponent’s conclusion and the author’s argument is indeed opposing that. The second is indeed a consideration that supports the author’s conclusion. Hold.

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is the proponent’s conclusion and the author’s argument is indeed opposing that. The second is not the main conclusion; it is supporting the main conclusion. Eliminate.

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first can be considered as a consideration that opposes the main conclusion. Looks good until here. The second is certainly not evidence. The author is not presenting an example to support the main conclusion. Eliminate.

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
The first does not support the main conclusion. Eliminate.

Answer B

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

Understanding of Argument:
Boldface one- States the conclusion. That Coach for highest level sports person should work as people manager and Facilitators. Because those sportsman have all skills and techniques as they are at highest level.

Boldface two- Is Premise that supports main conclusion.

Main Conclusion:"Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink."

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
- First is not main conclusion .So eliminate A
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
- Correct matches our understanding of Argument.

C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
- First part is correct but second is NOT main conclusion. So Eliminate B

D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
- First is not a consideration so eliminate D

E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
- First is clearly not supporting the main conclusion of the argument . Infact it is opposite to it. So Eliminate E

ANS- Choice B is CORRECT

Premise 1- at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform
Conclusion- the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator

The very next line 'A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson' indicates that author will oppose the above mentioned conclusion. He further provides couple of Premises in support of main conclusion.

Premise 2- no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions.
Premise 3- given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today

Main conclusion of the argument- Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink

A. First is not the main conclusion. It's a conclusion that author trying to oppose. Incorrect
B. Correct option
C. Second is a premise that supports the main conclusion. Incorrect
D. First is a conclusion that author trying to oppose. Second is a claim by the author that supports the main conclusion. It's not an evidence. Incorrect
E. First is not supporting the main conclusion. Incorrect

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job. After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform; therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator. A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions; furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport, lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today. Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.

Let's decipher this argument and try to find the role of each entity:

A view fast gaining popularity is that international coaches emphasizing on technique and relying on a strict training regimen are overdoing their job.
Premise - gives general information about coaching and training using strict techniques is not good.

After all, at the highest level, the professional sportsmen lack neither the skill nor the expertise to perform;
Premise supports the intermediate conclusion - states that in general professional sportsmen doesn't have the skill and the expertise to perform well.

therefore, the role of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator.
Intermediate conclusion in role counter premise - 'therefore' - above premis gives us a reason why the role of of a coach must be more of a people manager and a facilitator.

A crucial aspect such proponents miss is that no sportsperson, however skilled, is flawless in technique and letting such lacuna aggravate is bound to have serious repercussions;
Premise - descriptive information that supports the conclusion.

furthermore, given the highly dynamic and competitive nature of the modern day sport
Premise - supporting information for main conclusion

lack of technical advancements may outmode tomorrow, a competitive sportsperson today
Premise supporting for main conclusion

Clearly, those arguing for softer coaching at the highest level must rethink.
Main conclusion of the argument that author is advocating.

In the argument above, the portions in boldface play which of the following roles?

A. The first is the main conclusion of the passage; the second opposes that conclusion.
B. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
C. The first is a conclusion that the argument seeks to oppose; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
D. The first is a consideration that has been used to oppose the main conclusion of the argument; the second is evidence presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.
E. The first has been used to support the main conclusion of the argument; the second is a consideration presented to support the main conclusion of the argument.

B is the answer.
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