StrengthenDiff: Medium
Logic Breakdown
Passage Summary: Jackie likes Band A; Band B's new album sounds just like Band A, so she'll probably like Band B too.
Conclusion: Jackie will likely enjoy the new album released by The Cruel Herd.
Reasoning: Jackie is a fan of Moral Vacuum, and The Cruel Herd's new album shares specific traits with Moral Vacuum, such as jazz-influenced rock and witty, pun-filled lyrics.
Analysis: This argument relies on an analogy, assuming that the shared characteristics are the specific reasons Jackie likes the first band. To strengthen this, we need to confirm that Jackie actually likes 'complex rock with jazz instrumentation' and 'witty lyrics.' If she only likes Moral Vacuum because of their lead singer's voice, and The Cruel Herd sounds different in that regard, the argument falls apart. Look for an answer that reinforces the importance of the similarities mentioned or suggests that these traits are the primary appeal of this genre for fans like Jackie.
Conclusion: Jackie will likely enjoy the new album released by The Cruel Herd.
Reasoning: Jackie is a fan of Moral Vacuum, and The Cruel Herd's new album shares specific traits with Moral Vacuum, such as jazz-influenced rock and witty, pun-filled lyrics.
Analysis: This argument relies on an analogy, assuming that the shared characteristics are the specific reasons Jackie likes the first band. To strengthen this, we need to confirm that Jackie actually likes 'complex rock with jazz instrumentation' and 'witty lyrics.' If she only likes Moral Vacuum because of their lead singer's voice, and The Cruel Herd sounds different in that regard, the argument falls apart. Look for an answer that reinforces the importance of the similarities mentioned or suggests that these traits are the primary appeal of this genre for fans like Jackie.
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Unlock Full Passage6.Which one of the following, if true, most strengthens the argument?
Correct Answer
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It directly ties The Cruel Herd’s new album to Moral Vacuum by sharing Moral Vacuum’s arranger and explains away any prior dislike of The Cruel Herd. That makes it more likely Jackie will like this specific album for the same reasons she likes Moral Vacuum.
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