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Answer:C

Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The first boldface- Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective - is the main conclusion of the argument

The second boldface- it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent- this is the reason provided for the conclusion of the argument.
Why should an increased frequency of anti- smoking warnings be ineffective? Because it may weaken all anti smoking messaging by leading people to thinks that these warnings are needless and stringent.
Hence this (the second boldface) is a premise supporting the main conclusion of the argument (the first boldface)

Answer C it is.
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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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The first bold face statement is : Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. This statement is the main conclusion.

The second bold face statement which supports the main conclusion. Where, the anti smoking warnings are made to believe that the warnings are not stringent.

The only option which supports the above explanation is option C - The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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One thing is clear about the first statement which is highlighted that it is conclusion so:
The options are A, C, D
Then looking at the second statement -> it provides support for the conclusion
Hence this is mentioned in Option C. So the answer is C.
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(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument. First is the main conclusion.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second. First is the main conclusion & not a premise
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion. Correct. First is a conclusion supported by second.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided. First is conclusion correct. but, second part is not supported.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion. First is conclusion & not premise.


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It is important to identify main conclusion of the argument.. first boldface statement is the main conclusion.

Now coming to the options
A. 1st is the main conclusion, so out
B. 1st is not the premise, out
C. Correct
D. "is itself a conclusion for which support is provided" - no such support is there.. out
E. 1st is not the premise, out
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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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Lets solve this by eliminating options:
(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
IMO, first is the main conclusion. Eliminated.

(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
First is the main conclusion. Eliminated.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
IMO, First is the main conclusion, but not the only explicit one.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
This seems to be correct. Support for second is provided in the last sentence.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.
First is the main conclusion.

Therefore, Option D is correct.
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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.



 


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Have been a bit confused between C and D, but going with C since the second statement doesn't seem like a conclusion for which any support is given
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(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
The first is the main conclusion.

(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
The first is a conclusion, not a premise.

(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
The first boldface is the only explicit conclusion, and the second is a premise supporting that conclusion. CORRECT

(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
The second is not itself a conclusion for which support is provided. It is a premise.

(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.
Incorrect because the first is not a premise, and the second is not the conclusion.

IMO C
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Statement:

Increased frequency of anti smoking warning may be ineffective (is an opinion so can be conclusion or bg) lets see further.
Why ineffective:
1. might annoy non-smokers.
2.may weaken anti smoking messaging that might lead to them believing the warning as stringent.
Moreover, (seems like pilling on the last premise) nothing suggest any smoking message when frequently played will be considered by people who already disregard the warnings. (gives reason why people might consider it stringent

So structure seems like: conclusion, intermediate premise and premise.

Question: structure based. So statement saying 1st as main conclusion and 2 as premise would work.

Answer:
(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument. (it says first part is conclusion but not a main conclusion that is incorrect it is the main conclusion.)
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second. (First is not premise)
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion. (First is the main conclusion but is not the explicit conclusion. argument will make sense even if that is not there)
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided. (This seems about right, First is the main conclusion and second is premise for which support is mentioned. The arguement says people might consider all anti smoking messages as needlessly strict which then is supported by why the author might has this thinking.)
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion. (First is not prmise)
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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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We are searching for anything that states, that the first section is about an conclusion, an assumption, ... anything that assumes, that we put some reasoning behind it.
For the second one, we look for anything that states, that the second section is about reasoning / Supporting.

A) Its the main conclution.
B) No supporting element
C) Fits, hold.
D) Second description does not fit.
E) No.

Therefore we go with C)
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The paragraph is structured in 1 conclusion, 1 premise supporting conclusion, 1 premise supporting conclusion, therefore the answer is C.


Counterarguments for other options:
A) Yes, it is the main conclusion.
B) First is the only explicit conclusion.
D) There is no support for the second as a conclusion. The last part supports the first conclusion.
E) First is the only explicit conclusion, second is a premise.

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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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The argument is:
Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. (Bold 1)

Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. (Bold 2)

Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The main point the official is trying to make is that increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. This is the core claim being argued for. Therefore, Bold 1 is the main conclusion of the argument.

Now let's look at Bold 2: Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. This statement provides a reason why increasing the frequency of warnings might be ineffective. It's a piece of evidence or a supporting point for the main conclusion.

The phrase "leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent" is a consequence of the increased frequency, which then contributes to the weakening of the messaging. While this part of the statement describes a potential outcome, the overall function of Bold 2 is to act as a premise supporting the main conclusion. It describes one of the mechanisms by which the increased frequency could lead to ineffectiveness. It doesn't seem to be a conclusion for which explicit support is provided within this short argument; rather, it's presented as a potential negative consequence that the official expects.

Let's evaluate the options:

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument. This is incorrect because the first bold statement is the main conclusion.

(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second. This is incorrect because the first bold statement is the conclusion, not a premise.

(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion. This aligns with our analysis. The first bold statement is the main conclusion, and the second bold statement provides a reason (a premise) to believe that conclusion. (CORRECT)

(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided. While the second statement lends support, it is not explicitly presented as a conclusion for which support is provided within this argument. It's more of a descriptive reason.

(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion. This is incorrect.

Therefore, the most accurate description is that the first bold section is the main conclusion, and the second bold section is a premise supporting that conclusion.

Final answer is C
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Everything written after "Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective" is supporting this claim only so
Boldface 1 - main Conclusion

" it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent" author is giving his opinion and this statement is challengeable, hence it is also a claim but it is used to support main conclusion.

Boldface 2 - conclusion

Boldface 2 is supporting boldface 1

Only options that verifies both boldfaces correct is C
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(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
- the second uses the word "may, and therefore cannot be a premise, i.e., a fact.

(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second. - both bolded statements use the word "may, and therefore cannot be a premise, i.e., a fact.
they are more suggestive, i.e., a conclusion.

(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion. -- apply logic from above.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided. -- this seems to be the most suitable answer.
The first sentence is the main conclusion: increasing warnings may be ineffective. The second is also a conclusion, stating a resulting cause of the increased adds, and support for this is in the pre and proceeding parts [non bolded] parts of the statement; that is, the non bolded parts of the statement are premises for the secondary and main conclusions in bold.

(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion. - apply logic from above.


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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.

Bold 1: main conlcusion that increasing frequency = may be ineffective (=> eliminate A, B, E), BECAUSE
[1] annoying non somkers
[2] making people believe these are warnings are needlessly stringent
[3] no ground that who typically ignore will pay attention if more frequent

Between C and D:
D is more suitable as
Bold 1: main conclusion supported by Bold 2
Bold 2: support the main conclusion & also serve as a sub-conclusion based on the premise that frequent warnings = needlessly stringent

Answer: D
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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

First boldface (Conclusion) : Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective.
Second boldface (Premise supporting conclusion) : it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
First boldface is the only conclusion of the argument.
Incorrect

(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
First boldface is the conclusion of the argument or not a premise. Second is a premise supporting the conclusion
Incorrect

(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
Correct

(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
There is no second conclusion in the argument
Incorrect

(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.
First boldface is the conclusion of the argument. Second boldface is the premise supporting the conclusion.
Incorrect

IMO C
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(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
The first one is actually is the main conclusion of the argument increasing warnings may be ineffective.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
The first one is not only a premise is the conclusion itself
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
This is the right one as i see it: it pragraph starts with a conclusion that is supported by two premises. The second bolded text is actually a premise that supports that conclusion
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
Though this option is half truth, it is not right that the second is a conclusion on itself.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.
No. The second one is a premise, that a conclusion.

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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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Option Analysis:

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument. ❌
→ Incorrect: The first is the main conclusion.

(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second. ❌
→ Incorrect: The first is not a premise; it is the conclusion.

(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion. ✅
→ Correct.

(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided. ❌
→ The second boldface is not a conclusion; it's a supporting premise with explanation.

(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion. ❌
→ Reverses their roles.
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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
--> The first part is wrong. It is the main conclusion.

(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
--> The first part is wrong. It is the main conclusion.

(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
--> Correctly supports the boldface

(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
--> This comes slightly close but the second is not supported by further premises. The last premise is supporting the main conclusion.

(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.
--> The first part is wrong. It is the main conclusion.

IMHO Option C
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(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument- eliminate. The first statement is the conclusion of the argument.

(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second - eliminate. The first is not a premise, it is a conclusion supported by the rest of the argument.

(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion keep. The first is an explicit conclusion. The rest of the argument supports the first statement. The second statement supports the conclusion.

(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided - eliminate. While the first is the main conclusion, the second statement is a premise and not a conclusion, also there is no support provided for the second statement.

(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion - eliminate. First is the conclusion, not a premise. Second is the premise, not the conclusion. Its the reverse of what's right.
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Health official: Increasing the frequency of anti-smoking warnings may be ineffective. Aside from annoying the majority who do not smoke, it may weaken all anti-smoking messaging by leading people to believe that such warnings are needlessly stringent. Moreover, there is nothing to suggest that those who typically disregard anti-smoking messages will pay heed when the messages occur more frequently.

The two sections in boldface play which of the following roles in the public health official’s argument?

(A) The first is a conclusion for which support is provided, but it is not the main conclusion of the argument; the second is an unsupported premise that supports the main conclusion of the argument.
(B) The first is a premise that supports the argument’s only explicit conclusion; so is the second.
(C) The first is the only explicit conclusion of the argument; the second is a premise that supports that conclusion.
(D) The first is the main conclusion of the argument; the second lends support to that conclusion and is itself a conclusion for which support is provided.
(E) The first is a premise that supports the only conclusion of the argument; the second is that conclusion.


 


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