Critical Reasoning Butler: May 2025 |
May 1 | CR 1 | CR 2 |
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CR 1 According to a recent survey conducted by a well-known women's magazine, the magazine's readership's dream cruise would be to Jamaica. A radio station has therefore decided to give its lucky 1000th caller a free cruise to Jamaica.
Which of the following, if true, most strengthens the decision of the radio station?
A. The radio station is seeking to receive the endorsement of an international menswear chain.
B. 76% of those who regularly listen to the radio station are women.
C. The radio station is very popular in Jamaica.
D. A similar survey conducted in a men's magazine has shown that its readers would prefer a cruise to Hawaii.
E. The radio station is seeking to increase its popularity as an internet-based station.
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CR 2 Since Java coffee shop began advertising on the local radio station 3 months ago, its business volume has increased by 15%. In order to increase its business volume, Java's next door competitor, Kahva, should also start advertising on the local radio station.
Which of the following most weakens the argument's conclusion?
(A) Kahva's number of customers went down 15% last year.
(B) Of the 9 coffee shops that advertised on the local radio, only Java's business increased.
(C) 78% of the businesses that advertise on the local radio report an increase in business volume.
(D) The local radio station has over 10,000 listeners.
(E) The local radio station dedicates 15% of its air time to commercials.