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Many New Yorkers falsely believe that extreme temperatures in winter will be followed by extreme temperatures in the following summer. The three New York winters with the lowest average temperature were followed by summers in which the average temperature was extremely high, yet the two hottest New York winters were also followed by summers whose average temperatures were extremely high.
Which of the following describes the greatest flaw in the author's reasoning?
-New York winters and summers are not necessarily representative of winters and summers in other locations.
-The author appeals to a previous argument that contains circular reasoning.
-The evidence presented is insufficient to decide the matter with full certainty.
-A causal relationship is being assumed without being proven.
-The evidence presented supports the claim it is intended to refute.
A. It is true in global. But we are speaking about summers and winters in NY. And more - the location is not important. Out.
B. There is only 1 argument and a complex evidence. The author does not appeal to an argument. Out.
C. Sure, it is true. But only one counter example is enough for us. So out.
D. Again, one counter example is enough. Out.
E. Yes. This is it. If to be on 100% fair. The evidence consists of 2 parts:
1. The three New York winters with the lowest average temperature were followed by summers in which the average temperature was extremely high,
2. yet the two hottest New York winters were also followed by summers whose average temperatures were extremely high
The first one refutes the argument, the second one supports it.
But it is enough for us to be a right option.