Logic Breakdown

Passage Summary: A legislator argues that the city should take the free streetlights because the company's intentions are harmless and the city's rules prevent any corruption.

Conclusion: There is no valid reason to object to the city accepting the gift of high-tech streetlights.

Reasoning: The company's motive is likely just marketing to visiting mayors, and the city's bidding process prevents any actual favoritism in future contracts.

Analysis: The legislator's main point is to dismiss the 'problem' mentioned by others. The phrase 'Surely there would be no problem in accepting these' serves as the thesis, while the rest of the passage provides evidence to debunk the fears of influence or favoritism. In 'Identify the Conclusion' questions, look for the statement that the rest of the premises are working to prove. Here, the legislator is essentially telling the city to stop worrying and love the free lights.

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Which one of the following most accurately expresses the main conclusion of the municipal legislator's argument?

Correct Answer
B
B captures the main conclusion: that accepting the gift should not be considered problematic. This directly paraphrases the legislator’s claim that there would be no problem in accepting the streetlights.
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