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The following appeared in an announcement issued by the publisher of The Mercury, a weekly newspaper:
“Since a competing lower-priced newspaper, The Bugle, was started five years ago, The Mercury’s circulation has declined by 10,000 readers. The best way to get more people to read The Mercury is to reduce its price below that of The Bugle, at least until circulation increases to former levels. The increased circulation of The Mercury will attract more businesses to buy advertising space in the paper.”
The argument demonstrate that the Mercury circulation has declined by 100000 readers . The way to get more people to read the Mercury is to reduce its newspaper price below that of the Bugle , at least until circulation increases to former levels . The conclusion of the argument is based on assumptions that have no concrete evidences. However , the argument is seriously flawed and inconclusive and weak as it relies on the series of invalid assumptions .
First, a look at the argument major flaws, To begin with argument assumes that the 10,000 readers loss is because of Bugle . this is a unsupported assertion because loss of readers can be due of change in preferences such as now all the information available on internet without a cost so why people spend on newspaper or they can stop reading newspaper because they do not get time to read or may be they have financial issues in buying newspaper.
Secondly, the best way to get more people read the Mercury is to reduce its price below that of Bugle , again the argument is unconvincing and wrongly assumes that if Mercury reduce its price of newspaper then people start buying their newspaper . if Mercury decrease its newspaper price then people can assume in wrong direction that if price is low then the reduction is in its quality . There is market situation if price is low then demand is also low.
Lastly, the circulation of The Mercury will attract more businesses to buy advertising space in the paper . what if they reduce the price of newspaper and people start buying more. the argument here wrong assumes the relation of circulation and increase to attract business. what if people do not even see the business that advertise on newspaper , they simply buy newspaper for reading the newspaper and may be they have another work .Thus , the argument reveals example of leap of faith that are neither sound nor persuasive.
The inherent flaws and incomplete information make the argument dubious. Without the flaws referred to and with additional relevant information , argument would be strong . The reduction of prices of Mercury newspaper perhaps not be the best of options. The argument relies on assumption for which there is no clear evidences. Therefore , overall the argument is seriously flaws and inconclusive and if the advice is followed it may lead to more adverse consequences.
“Since a competing lower-priced newspaper, The Bugle, was started five years ago, The Mercury’s circulation has declined by 10,000 readers. The best way to get more people to read The Mercury is to reduce its price below that of The Bugle, at least until circulation increases to former levels. The increased circulation of The Mercury will attract more businesses to buy advertising space in the paper.”
The argument demonstrate that the Mercury circulation has declined by 100000 readers . The way to get more people to read the Mercury is to reduce its newspaper price below that of the Bugle , at least until circulation increases to former levels . The conclusion of the argument is based on assumptions that have no concrete evidences. However , the argument is seriously flawed and inconclusive and weak as it relies on the series of invalid assumptions .
First, a look at the argument major flaws, To begin with argument assumes that the 10,000 readers loss is because of Bugle . this is a unsupported assertion because loss of readers can be due of change in preferences such as now all the information available on internet without a cost so why people spend on newspaper or they can stop reading newspaper because they do not get time to read or may be they have financial issues in buying newspaper.
Secondly, the best way to get more people read the Mercury is to reduce its price below that of Bugle , again the argument is unconvincing and wrongly assumes that if Mercury reduce its price of newspaper then people start buying their newspaper . if Mercury decrease its newspaper price then people can assume in wrong direction that if price is low then the reduction is in its quality . There is market situation if price is low then demand is also low.
Lastly, the circulation of The Mercury will attract more businesses to buy advertising space in the paper . what if they reduce the price of newspaper and people start buying more. the argument here wrong assumes the relation of circulation and increase to attract business. what if people do not even see the business that advertise on newspaper , they simply buy newspaper for reading the newspaper and may be they have another work .Thus , the argument reveals example of leap of faith that are neither sound nor persuasive.
The inherent flaws and incomplete information make the argument dubious. Without the flaws referred to and with additional relevant information , argument would be strong . The reduction of prices of Mercury newspaper perhaps not be the best of options. The argument relies on assumption for which there is no clear evidences. Therefore , overall the argument is seriously flaws and inconclusive and if the advice is followed it may lead to more adverse consequences.
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AWA Score: 3 - 3.5 out of 6
Coherence and Connectivity: 3.5/6
The essay generally follows a logical flow, with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. However, there are instances where the connection between ideas is not entirely clear, leading to some confusion. Improved transitions and clearer organization of ideas would enhance coherence.
Word Structure: 3/6
While your writing conveys your points, there are several instances of grammatical errors, awkward phrasing, and unclear sentences. A more precise choice of words and better sentence structure would improve readability and comprehension.
Paragraph Structure and Formation: 4/6
Your essay contains an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion, which is a good starting point. However, some of the paragraphs are quite lengthy, making the essay feel unevenly structured. Consider breaking down longer paragraphs into smaller ones to improve readability and emphasize key points.
Language and Grammar: 3/6
The essay contains multiple grammatical errors, incorrect verb tenses, and awkward sentence constructions. Proofreading for grammar and syntax would greatly enhance the clarity and effectiveness of your writing.
Vocabulary and Word Expression: 3.5/6
While you use a range of vocabulary, there are instances where word choices seem forced or not entirely fitting. Aim for more precise and natural word expression to enhance the overall quality of your writing.
Overall Impression:
Your essay attempts to address the given prompt by discussing the flaws and assumptions in the provided argument. However, the execution falls short due to grammatical errors, unclear sentence structures, and lack of clarity in some explanations. With improved language use and greater attention to coherence, your essay could present a stronger analysis of the argument's weaknesses.
Coherence and Connectivity: 3.5/6
The essay generally follows a logical flow, with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. However, there are instances where the connection between ideas is not entirely clear, leading to some confusion. Improved transitions and clearer organization of ideas would enhance coherence.
Word Structure: 3/6
While your writing conveys your points, there are several instances of grammatical errors, awkward phrasing, and unclear sentences. A more precise choice of words and better sentence structure would improve readability and comprehension.
Paragraph Structure and Formation: 4/6
Your essay contains an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion, which is a good starting point. However, some of the paragraphs are quite lengthy, making the essay feel unevenly structured. Consider breaking down longer paragraphs into smaller ones to improve readability and emphasize key points.
Language and Grammar: 3/6
The essay contains multiple grammatical errors, incorrect verb tenses, and awkward sentence constructions. Proofreading for grammar and syntax would greatly enhance the clarity and effectiveness of your writing.
Vocabulary and Word Expression: 3.5/6
While you use a range of vocabulary, there are instances where word choices seem forced or not entirely fitting. Aim for more precise and natural word expression to enhance the overall quality of your writing.
Overall Impression:
Your essay attempts to address the given prompt by discussing the flaws and assumptions in the provided argument. However, the execution falls short due to grammatical errors, unclear sentence structures, and lack of clarity in some explanations. With improved language use and greater attention to coherence, your essay could present a stronger analysis of the argument's weaknesses.
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