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Studies have shown that individuals who have access to a good education are more likely to succeed in their chosen careers and attain higher levels of income. Therefore, it is important for governments and society to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their background, have the opportunity to receive a good education. This will not only benefit the individual, but also contribute to the development of a thriving and productive society.

The above recommendation is based on which of the following assumptions?

A) A higher level of income is desirable primarily because it contributes to the development of a thriving and productive society.
B) The only way for individuals to succeed in their chosen careers and attain higher income levels is by receiving a good education.
C) Education plays a more significant role than other factors, such as an individual's background, household income level or geography.
D) Society and governments are the only entities responsible for providing education.
E) Every individual should pursue a formal education, regardless of their interests and passions.

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C

AdarshSambare · Answer

The argument says: education → success + higher income → thriving society. The recommendation is that society/government must ensure education access for all.

Check assumptions:

A) Not needed. The conclusion is about providing education, not the value of income.
B) Too extreme, says "only way." Not assumed.
C) Matches reasoning: education is being treated as the key driver over background. Yes.
D) Too narrow. Not assumed.
E) Too absolute. The argument doesn’t force everyone into formal education.

Answer: C

ahddhah · Answer

I am not convinced with the answer and infact none of the answers are right assumption according to me.

DmitryFarberMPrep · Answer

This question is not valid. All of A-D are restrictive, using words such as "only" or "primarily because." This kind of language would only make sense if the argument were saying that people HAD to get an education, or that no other measures were important or helpful for success. However, the actual argument only says that it's helpful for education to be made available, so none of A-D are required. That just leaves E, which is extreme and not directly connected to the argument. The author is just talking about the value of making education available, not forcing everyone to pursue an education.

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