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Argument: Our coaching centre is the best in the city, because 90% of our students passed the entrance test. Which of the following, if true, most weakens the argument?

Correct answer D. The centre admits only students who already scored highly in a screening test

Explanation

If only strong students are admitted, their high pass rate may reflect their ability rather than the teaching. The other facts do not explain the pass rate.

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Argument: Our coaching centre is the best in the city, because 90% of our students passed the entrance test. Which of the following, if true, most weakens the argument?

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