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CR · Critical Reasoning
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Archaeologists analyze the arrangement of ancient pottery to deduce the living conditions of past civilizations. Many pottery shards are found in a scattered pattern, which experts believe indicates a sudden disruption, possibly due to an earthquake. This leads to the conclusion that most of the pottery was destroyed in a natural disaster.
Which of the following, if true, most weakens the reasoning above?
Which of the following, if true, most weakens the reasoning above?
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Archaeological studies show that pottery can also be scattered due to human activity, such as looting.
B
Research indicates that earthquakes often leave behind evidence of their occurrence in the surrounding area.
C
Experts have found that pottery can break and scatter over time due to natural weathering processes.
D
Many pottery shards found in the area are located near structures that were known to be unstable.
E
The scattered pattern of pottery is consistent with the effects of both earthquakes and strong winds.
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RaparthyJan 15, 2025
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