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The manufacturing of Sulphuric Acid typically uses a process called Double Conversion Double Absorption (DCDA), known to be extremely energy efficient. However, in recent times, a new method has been conceptualized that may be even more energy-efficient than DCDA. Furthermore, simulation studies have shown that manufacturers will be able to switch to the new process with the same equipment and pipelines, with only a few modifications needed. Thus, many industry experts believe that manufacturers will benefit from switching to the new process. The manufacturers should be wary of switching to the new process, however, because although the new process may indeed be more energy-efficient, sufficient studies on emission levels of pollutants still need to be done to check for compliance with emission norms.
In the argument above, the two portions in boldface play which of the following roles?
(A) The first is a consideration raised in support of the main conclusion; the second is the main conclusion.
(B) The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position the argument opposes; the second is the position taken by the argument overall.
(C) The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position that the argument opposes; the second is a consideration in support of that position.
(D) The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position that the argument opposes; the second is that position.
(E) The first is a consideration that has been offered to oppose the main position of the argument; the second is that position.
In the argument above, the two portions in boldface play which of the following roles?
(A) The first is a consideration raised in support of the main conclusion; the second is the main conclusion.
(B) The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position the argument opposes; the second is the position taken by the argument overall.
(C) The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position that the argument opposes; the second is a consideration in support of that position.
(D) The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position that the argument opposes; the second is that position.
(E) The first is a consideration that has been offered to oppose the main position of the argument; the second is that position.
02 Apr 2022, 00:40
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Bunuel Sir,
Although I ended up selecting the correct answer, I wanted to know how in this case can statement 1 be a position taken by the argument? As per my understanding, position is an opinion by the author. However, 1st statement is an opinion by industry experts.
Kindly help me understand.
Although I ended up selecting the correct answer, I wanted to know how in this case can statement 1 be a position taken by the argument? As per my understanding, position is an opinion by the author. However, 1st statement is an opinion by industry experts.
Kindly help me understand.
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Argument Structure:
Premise: "The manufacturing of Sulphuric Acid typically uses a process called Double Conversion Double Absorption (DCDA), known to be extremely energy efficient."
This is a premise that provides background information on the current process (DCDA) and establishes its energy efficiency.
Counter-premise: "However, in recent times, a new method has been conceptualized that may be even more energy-efficient than DCDA."
This is a counter-premise, introducing the new process that challenges the current status quo (DCDA) by suggesting that the new method could be more energy-efficient.
First Boldface (Counter-premise): "Simulation studies have shown that manufacturers will be able to switch to the new process with the same equipment and pipelines, with only a few modifications needed."
This is a counter-premise because it supports the idea that switching to the new process is feasible and practical, reinforcing the potential benefits of the new process.
Counter-conclusion (Second Boldface): "Thus, many industry experts believe that manufacturers will benefit from switching to the new process."
This is the counter-conclusion, a conclusion that the argument ultimately opposes. Industry experts believe the switch will benefit manufacturers, but the author will argue against it.
Conclusion: "The manufacturers should be wary of switching to the new process, however, because although the new process may indeed be more energy-efficient, sufficient studies on emission levels of pollutants still need to be done to check for compliance with emission norms."
This is the main conclusion of the argument. The author asserts that manufacturers should be cautious about switching due to concerns about emissions and compliance with regulations.
Summary:
Premise: DCDA is energy efficient.
Counter-premise: A new method might be more energy-efficient, and switching is feasible with few modifications.
Counter-conclusion: Industry experts believe manufacturers will benefit from switching to the new process.
Conclusion: Manufacturers should be cautious about switching due to unknowns regarding pollutant emissions and compliance.
In this structure, the argument opposes the counter-conclusion and supports the conclusion of caution.
First Boldface: "Simulation studies have shown that manufacturers will be able to switch to the new process with the same equipment and pipelines." This is an observation that supports the idea that switching to the new process is feasible, reinforcing a position that the argument opposes (the view that manufacturers should switch to the new process).
Second Boldface: "That manufacturers will benefit from switching to the new process." This is the position that the argument opposes. The author ultimately advises caution regarding the switch due to potential compliance issues.
Now, let's evaluate the options:
A: The first is a consideration raised in support of the main conclusion; the second is the main conclusion.
This is incorrect because the first boldface supports a position the argument opposes, not the main conclusion.
B: The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position the argument opposes; the second is the position taken by the argument overall.
This is incorrect because the second boldface is not the position taken by the argument, but rather the position the argument opposes.
C: The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position that the argument opposes; the second is a consideration in support of that position.
This is incorrect because the second boldface represents the opposing position itself, not just a consideration in support of it.
D: The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position that the argument opposes; the second is that position.
This is correct. The first boldface supports the idea that manufacturers could switch processes easily (a view the argument opposes), and the second boldface is the position that manufacturers will benefit from the switch, which the argument ultimately advises against.
E: The first is a consideration that has been offered to oppose the main position of the argument; the second is that position.
This is incorrect because the first boldface does not oppose the main position but instead supports a view the argument opposes.
The correct answer is D.
Premise: "The manufacturing of Sulphuric Acid typically uses a process called Double Conversion Double Absorption (DCDA), known to be extremely energy efficient."
This is a premise that provides background information on the current process (DCDA) and establishes its energy efficiency.
Counter-premise: "However, in recent times, a new method has been conceptualized that may be even more energy-efficient than DCDA."
This is a counter-premise, introducing the new process that challenges the current status quo (DCDA) by suggesting that the new method could be more energy-efficient.
First Boldface (Counter-premise): "Simulation studies have shown that manufacturers will be able to switch to the new process with the same equipment and pipelines, with only a few modifications needed."
This is a counter-premise because it supports the idea that switching to the new process is feasible and practical, reinforcing the potential benefits of the new process.
Counter-conclusion (Second Boldface): "Thus, many industry experts believe that manufacturers will benefit from switching to the new process."
This is the counter-conclusion, a conclusion that the argument ultimately opposes. Industry experts believe the switch will benefit manufacturers, but the author will argue against it.
Conclusion: "The manufacturers should be wary of switching to the new process, however, because although the new process may indeed be more energy-efficient, sufficient studies on emission levels of pollutants still need to be done to check for compliance with emission norms."
This is the main conclusion of the argument. The author asserts that manufacturers should be cautious about switching due to concerns about emissions and compliance with regulations.
Summary:
Premise: DCDA is energy efficient.
Counter-premise: A new method might be more energy-efficient, and switching is feasible with few modifications.
Counter-conclusion: Industry experts believe manufacturers will benefit from switching to the new process.
Conclusion: Manufacturers should be cautious about switching due to unknowns regarding pollutant emissions and compliance.
In this structure, the argument opposes the counter-conclusion and supports the conclusion of caution.
First Boldface: "Simulation studies have shown that manufacturers will be able to switch to the new process with the same equipment and pipelines." This is an observation that supports the idea that switching to the new process is feasible, reinforcing a position that the argument opposes (the view that manufacturers should switch to the new process).
Second Boldface: "That manufacturers will benefit from switching to the new process." This is the position that the argument opposes. The author ultimately advises caution regarding the switch due to potential compliance issues.
Now, let's evaluate the options:
A: The first is a consideration raised in support of the main conclusion; the second is the main conclusion.
This is incorrect because the first boldface supports a position the argument opposes, not the main conclusion.
B: The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position the argument opposes; the second is the position taken by the argument overall.
This is incorrect because the second boldface is not the position taken by the argument, but rather the position the argument opposes.
C: The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position that the argument opposes; the second is a consideration in support of that position.
This is incorrect because the second boldface represents the opposing position itself, not just a consideration in support of it.
D: The first is an observation that has been offered in support of a position that the argument opposes; the second is that position.
This is correct. The first boldface supports the idea that manufacturers could switch processes easily (a view the argument opposes), and the second boldface is the position that manufacturers will benefit from the switch, which the argument ultimately advises against.
E: The first is a consideration that has been offered to oppose the main position of the argument; the second is that position.
This is incorrect because the first boldface does not oppose the main position but instead supports a view the argument opposes.
The correct answer is D.
