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The increasing accessibility of online reviews has undoubtedly empowered consumers. While this transparency can promote informed decision-making, it can also lead to a bandwagon effect, where positive reviews inflate demand for a product regardless of its actual quality. This can occur because consumers, especially those unfamiliar with a product category, tend to place a high weight on the opinions of others. But, positive reviews don't guarantee a product's suitability for every individual. In fact, such a herd mentality can hinder the discovery of niche or alternative products that might better suit a specific need.
In the argument given, the two boldfaced portions play which of the following roles?
A. The first acknowledges a consideration based on evidence; the second provides a reason to question the reliability of that evidence.
B. The first is evidence that has been used to support a conclusion for which the argument provides further evidence; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
C. The first acknowledges a consideration that supports that main position; the second is that position.
D. The first is the position taken by the argument; the second is the position that the argument calls into question.
E. The first describes evidence that has been taken as supporting a conclusion; the second gives a reason for questioning that support.
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In the argument given, the two boldfaced portions play which of the following roles?
A. The first acknowledges a consideration based on evidence; the second provides a reason to question the reliability of that evidence.
B. The first is evidence that has been used to support a conclusion for which the argument provides further evidence; the second is the main conclusion of the argument.
C. The first acknowledges a consideration that supports that main position; the second is that position.
D. The first is the position taken by the argument; the second is the position that the argument calls into question.
E. The first describes evidence that has been taken as supporting a conclusion; the second gives a reason for questioning that support.
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Right Answer Explanation / Suggested Answer :
1. Correct. The first boldfaced portion highlights the tendency of consumers to rely heavily on others' opinions, especially when unfamiliar with a product category. This is presented as evidence of how online reviews can influence consumer behavior. The second boldfaced portion, however, suggests that this reliance on others' opinions can lead to a herd mentality, potentially overlooking alternative products that might be a better fit for individual needs. This serves as a counterpoint, questioning the reliability of relying solely on positive reviews.
2. Not correct. The first boldface portion is not evidence that supports the conclusion (informed decision-making). It's an explanation of why online reviews might be helpful for consumers, particularly those unfamiliar with a product category. The second boldface portion is not the main conclusion of the argument. It's a consequence of the herd mentality described. The main conclusion is that online reviews can have both positive and negative effects on consumer behavior.
3. Not correct. The first boldface portion acknowledges a consideration. However, it does not support any main position. It only explains why consumers might value online reviews, which aligns with the idea of empowered consumers. The second boldface portion is not the main position of the argument. It's a consequence of the reliance on reviews, a potential drawback. The main position is that online reviews have both positive and negative effects on consumer behavior.
4. Not correct. This part acknowledges the position taken by the argument. While the second boldface portion identifies a consequence of a position (relying on reviews), it doesn't establish a separate opposing viewpoint. Thus, the second boldface cannot be regarded as a position.
5. Not correct. The first boldface is a consideration or assumption based on evidence. It isn't itself evidence.
1. Correct. The first boldfaced portion highlights the tendency of consumers to rely heavily on others' opinions, especially when unfamiliar with a product category. This is presented as evidence of how online reviews can influence consumer behavior. The second boldfaced portion, however, suggests that this reliance on others' opinions can lead to a herd mentality, potentially overlooking alternative products that might be a better fit for individual needs. This serves as a counterpoint, questioning the reliability of relying solely on positive reviews.
2. Not correct. The first boldface portion is not evidence that supports the conclusion (informed decision-making). It's an explanation of why online reviews might be helpful for consumers, particularly those unfamiliar with a product category. The second boldface portion is not the main conclusion of the argument. It's a consequence of the herd mentality described. The main conclusion is that online reviews can have both positive and negative effects on consumer behavior.
3. Not correct. The first boldface portion acknowledges a consideration. However, it does not support any main position. It only explains why consumers might value online reviews, which aligns with the idea of empowered consumers. The second boldface portion is not the main position of the argument. It's a consequence of the reliance on reviews, a potential drawback. The main position is that online reviews have both positive and negative effects on consumer behavior.
4. Not correct. This part acknowledges the position taken by the argument. While the second boldface portion identifies a consequence of a position (relying on reviews), it doesn't establish a separate opposing viewpoint. Thus, the second boldface cannot be regarded as a position.
5. Not correct. The first boldface is a consideration or assumption based on evidence. It isn't itself evidence.
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