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CR · Critical Reasoning
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After studying the ocean currents and the 7-year cycle of volcanic eruptions for 30 years, researchers have concluded that increased volcanic activity leads to changes in ocean temperatures that impact marine ecosystems. This suggests that marine biologists could enhance their understanding of ecosystem changes based on this information.
Which of the following, if true, most seriously weakens the argument above?
Which of the following, if true, most seriously weakens the argument above?
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Marine ecosystems are influenced by factors other than volcanic activity.
B
Researchers have proven that volcanic eruptions directly alter ocean temperatures.
C
The 7-year cycle of volcanic eruptions is not consistent across different regions.
D
Marine biologists have developed methods to predict ecosystem changes without considering volcanic activity.
E
It has been shown that ocean temperatures can fluctuate independently of volcanic activity.
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PranavApr 23, 2025
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