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15 Feb 2024, 02:30
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Using oil-based paints to paint walls or furniture requires the use of turpentine and each coat takes a long time to dry. Water-based paints dry quickly and can be cleaned from the hands or clothing with water alone. It can be concluded that water based paints are always better to use than oil-based paints.
Which of the following, if true, casts the most doubt on the argument's conclusion?
(A) Oil-based paints release harmful fumes that are not released by water-based paints.
(B) Companies producing oil-based paints outnumber those that produce water paint by 2 to 1.
(C) Painting and decorating without professional assistance has become very popular.
(D) Walls should always be smooth and clean before fresh paint is applied.
(E) The components used in water-based paints cannot withstand high levels of moisture or direct sunlight.
Which of the following, if true, casts the most doubt on the argument's conclusion?
(A) Oil-based paints release harmful fumes that are not released by water-based paints.
(B) Companies producing oil-based paints outnumber those that produce water paint by 2 to 1.
(C) Painting and decorating without professional assistance has become very popular.
(D) Walls should always be smooth and clean before fresh paint is applied.
(E) The components used in water-based paints cannot withstand high levels of moisture or direct sunlight.
15 Feb 2024, 07:14
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Using oil-based paints to paint walls or furniture requires the use of turpentine and each coat takes a long time to dry. Water-based paints dry quickly and can be cleaned from the hands or clothing with water alone. It can be concluded that water based paints are always better to use than oil-based paints.
Which of the following, if true, casts the most doubt on the argument's conclusion?
(A) Oil-based paints release harmful fumes that are not released by water-based paints.-not relatable
(B) Companies producing oil-based paints outnumber those that produce water paint by 2 to 1.- irrelevant
(C) Painting and decorating without professional assistance has become very popular. - out of scope
(D) Walls should always be smooth and clean before fresh paint is applied. - irrelevant
(E) The components used in water-based paints cannot withstand high levels of moisture or direct sunlight. - Correct
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Which of the following, if true, casts the most doubt on the argument's conclusion?
(A) Oil-based paints release harmful fumes that are not released by water-based paints.-not relatable
(B) Companies producing oil-based paints outnumber those that produce water paint by 2 to 1.- irrelevant
(C) Painting and decorating without professional assistance has become very popular. - out of scope
(D) Walls should always be smooth and clean before fresh paint is applied. - irrelevant
(E) The components used in water-based paints cannot withstand high levels of moisture or direct sunlight. - Correct
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"Using oil-based paints to paint walls or furniture requires the use of turpentine and each coat takes a long time to dry. Water-based paints dry quickly and can be cleaned from the hands or clothing with water alone. It can be concluded that water-based paints are always better to use than oil-based paints."
Which of the following, if true, casts the most doubt on the argument's conclusion?
Thoughts-
The argument takes an extreme stance here. It concludes that water-based paints are always better to use than oil based paints. To cast the most doubt on the author's conclusion, we must choose an answer option which weakens this claim.
(A) Oil-based paints release harmful fumes that are not released by water-based paints. Strengthens the author's claim. Eliminate.
(B) Companies producing oil-based paints outnumber those that produce water paint by 2 to 1. - Out of Scope
(C) Painting and decorating without professional assistance has become very popular. - Irrelevant
(D) Walls should always be smooth and clean before fresh paint is applied. - Irrelevant
(E) The components used in water-based paints cannot withstand high levels of moisture or direct sunlight. - This is the answer.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
"Using oil-based paints to paint walls or furniture requires the use of turpentine and each coat takes a long time to dry. Water-based paints dry quickly and can be cleaned from the hands or clothing with water alone. It can be concluded that water-based paints are always better to use than oil-based paints."
Which of the following, if true, casts the most doubt on the argument's conclusion?
Thoughts-
The argument takes an extreme stance here. It concludes that water-based paints are always better to use than oil based paints. To cast the most doubt on the author's conclusion, we must choose an answer option which weakens this claim.
(A) Oil-based paints release harmful fumes that are not released by water-based paints. Strengthens the author's claim. Eliminate.
(B) Companies producing oil-based paints outnumber those that produce water paint by 2 to 1. - Out of Scope
(C) Painting and decorating without professional assistance has become very popular. - Irrelevant
(D) Walls should always be smooth and clean before fresh paint is applied. - Irrelevant
(E) The components used in water-based paints cannot withstand high levels of moisture or direct sunlight. - This is the answer.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
