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E-GMAT,
Please find my analysis below,
Historian: Newton developed mathematical concepts and techniques that are fundamental to
modern calculus. Leibniz developed closely analogous concepts and techniques. It has
traditionally been thought that these discoveries were independent. Researchers have,
however, recently discovered notes of Leibniz’ that discuss one of Newton’s books on
mathematics. Several scholars have argued that since the book includes a presentation of
Newton’s calculus concepts and techniques, and
since the notes were written before
Leibniz’ own development of calculus concepts and techniques, it is virtually certain
that the traditional view is false. A more cautious conclusion than this is called for, however.
Leibniz’ notes are limited to early sections of Newton’s book, sections that precede
the ones in which Newton’s calculus concepts and techniques are presentedA. The first provides evidence in support of the overall position that the historian defends; the
second is evidence that has been used to support an opposing position.
B. The first provides evidence in support of the overall position that the historian defends; the
second is that position.
C. The first provides evidence in support of an intermediate conclusion that is drawn to provide
support for the overall position that the historian defends; the second provides evidence
against that intermediate conclusion.
D. The first is evidence that has been used to support a conclusion that the historian criticizes;
the second is evidence offered in support of the historian’s own position.
E. The first is evidence that has been used to support a conclusion that the historian criticizes;
the second is further information that substantiates that evidence.
Now lets break this argument.
Historian: Newton developed mathematical concepts and techniques that are fundamental to
modern calculus....FACT1
. Leibniz developed closely analogous concepts and techniques.FACT2
It has traditionally been thought that these discoveries were independent. HISTORIAN OPINION....intermediate conclusion.
Researchers have,however, recently discovered notes of Leibniz’ that discuss one of Newton’s books on
mathematics. Researchers Opinion
Several scholars have argued that since the book includes a presentation of
Newton’s calculus concepts and techniques, and
since the notes were written before
Leibniz’ own development of calculus concepts and techniques, SCHOLORS OPINIONS
it is virtually certain that the traditional view is false. Historians Opinions..... MAIN CONCLUSION.
A more cautious conclusion than this is called for, however.
Leibniz’ notes are limited to early sections of Newton’s book, sections that precede
the ones in which Newton’s calculus concepts and techniques are presented. Historion Opinion.
So as per the above understanding, First Bold face is the explanation to support the main conclusion.
and Second Bold Face as it mention However. I though i should be against the main conclusion.
With this understanding I'm able to eliminate all the choice but I'm not able to understand why in option D,second bold face statement support the main conclusion.
Thanks
Nitin Singh