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Logic Breakdown
Passage Summary: Organic and regular apple farms cost the same to run and grow the same amount of fruit. Since organic apples taste better, the organic farms will make more money.
Conclusion: Organic apple orchards are likely to be more profitable than conventional ones over a long period.
Reasoning: Organic and conventional orchards have similar operating costs and productivity levels, but organic apples generally have a superior flavor.
Analysis: The argument assumes that 'better taste' automatically translates into 'more money.' To strengthen this, we need to bridge the gap between the quality of the product and the financial return. If consumers aren't willing to pay a premium for better taste, or if they don't buy more of the better-tasting apples, the profit won't actually increase. Look for an answer that confirms better taste leads to higher prices or increased demand.
Conclusion: Organic apple orchards are likely to be more profitable than conventional ones over a long period.
Reasoning: Organic and conventional orchards have similar operating costs and productivity levels, but organic apples generally have a superior flavor.
Analysis: The argument assumes that 'better taste' automatically translates into 'more money.' To strengthen this, we need to bridge the gap between the quality of the product and the financial return. If consumers aren't willing to pay a premium for better taste, or if they don't buy more of the better-tasting apples, the profit won't actually increase. Look for an answer that confirms better taste leads to higher prices or increased demand.
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Unlock Full Passage1.Which one of the following, if true, most strengthens the argument?
Correct Answer
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Saying demand is based primarily on flavor directly links the taste advantage of organic apples to increased sales or higher prices, which, with equal costs and productivity, makes organic orchards more profitable.
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