Question 16

Which of the following, if true, would most weaken the argument presented in the previous question?

Solution

Option A: Since this option is irrelevant to the author's argument, this is not the correct option.

Options B and D: This option strengthens the author's argument rather than weakening it. Thus, this is not the correct option.

Option C: Studies show essay writing skills have remained the same over the decades. 

If internet browsing had negatively affected concentration, we would expect a decline in writing skills. This contradicts the claim that the internet is eroding deep thought.

Option E: If the internet's usage enhances the youth's critical thinking, then this weakens the author's argument about the harmful effects of the internet on people. 

Both option C and option E weaken the argument, but option E is a stronger counter.

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