The states of California and Massachusetts provide extensive medical b

The answer should be C in my opinion. In order to weaken the argument (Louisiana should be expected to offer similar benefits to its own citizens), we need to find a statement that hits the dome right away. If we do our pre-thinking, we can conclude that the only way Louisiana can provide similar benefits is when they are charging more in taxes. C is stating the same thing.

A is too generic, C is the right choice

A- strengthen the argument.
B-out of scope
C-hold
D-So what , state can hire few from outside...
E-out

C is the answer

I chose C on this because they answer provided a basis for rebutting the conclusion- "We are in the same country; so the state of Louisiana should be expected to offer similar benefits to its own citizens." The answer specifically addressed the reason for the two states providing health care and why potentially Louisiana can not, as did the answer provide a basis of rebutting the idea that living in same country could mean getting same benefits, or put another way, reconcile why how some states can provide certain services, while others can not, and how being in the same country does not entitle citizens of one state to gain benefits offered to citizens in another state.

Though i would point out this question is biased for people who are familiar with the USA and its system. Or maybe everyone in the world taking the GMAT has enough familiarity to confidently answer the question. just observing.

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