1.
The stock market crashed after the new economic policy was implemented. Therefore, the new economic policy caused the stock market crash. This argument commits which fallacy?
Post hoc ergo propter hoc
Ad hominem
Slippery slope
Bandwagon fallacy
2.
WHEEL : ROTATION :: WING : ?
Bird
Feather
Flight
Air
3.
A city council proposes to reduce air pollution by banning the use of personal vehicles in the city center on weekends. Which of the following, if true, would most strengthen the argument that this proposal will be effective?
Most of the air pollution in the city comes from industrial sources
The city has an efficient public transportation system that can accommodate increased weekend ridership
Many residents of the city center do not own personal vehicles
Air pollution levels in the city are highest during weekdays
4.
A company claims that their new smartphone app helps users fall asleep faster. In a study, participants who used the app reported falling asleep 15 minutes faster on average. Therefore, the app definitely improves sleep onset. What is the main weakness of this argument?
The study relies on self-reported data
The app may have side effects
The study doesn't specify how long the app was used
Not everyone owns a smartphone
5.
A city implements a curbside composting program. Within a year, the amount of organic waste in landfills decreases by 40%. What is the most likely effect of this program?
Reduced methane emissions from landfills
Increased recycling rates
Lower garbage collection fees
Improved soil quality in parks
6.
A survey shows that people who regularly practice positive affirmations report higher self-esteem. Which of the following can be logically inferred?
Positive affirmations are the only way to build self-esteem
People who don't practice positive affirmations always have low self-esteem
There may be a positive relationship between practicing positive affirmations and increased self-esteem
All self-esteem improvement programs should focus exclusively on positive affirmations
7.
The company's _____ response to the product recall helped to maintain customer trust and loyalty.
delayed
evasive
transparent
defensive
8.
Which word is the odd one out?
Hammer
Screwdriver
Wrench
Blueprint
9.
All metals are elements. Some elements are gases. Therefore:
All metals are gases
Some metals are gases
No metals are gases
None of the above
10.
During a class presentation, you notice a classmate is visibly nervous and struggling. What should you do?
Interrupt and offer to take over the presentation
Make encouraging gestures and maintain eye contact
Leave the room to reduce their stress
Laugh to lighten the mood
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