Logical Reasoning Argument Evaluation & Ethics FMDC 2024 Reconduct
PMDC Verified Question 11 of 24
The Incandescent brand fruit juice claims to be the most original fruit juice available on the market today. To prove this claim, the company called 10 people from the market and asked them about their thoughts on juices. Nine of them stated that they drink Incandescent brand fruit juices regularly because it is closest to the taste of real fruits.

Which of the following would weaken this argument?
A
The Incandescent brand fruit juice is highly addictive.
B
The 10 people were closely related to top executives of the company.
C
The 10 people were selected at random.
D
Most people prefer cola drinks to fruit juices.
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option B: The 10 people were closely related to top executives of the company.
Concept: Critical Reasoning – Selection Bias.

Formula: N/A

Solution: Surveying individuals affiliated with company executives introduces severe conflict of interest and bias, destroying the statistical validity of the study.

Why other options are incorrect:

• Option C: Random selection actually strengthens survey credibility.

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