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CR · Critical Reasoning
555-605
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In the Amazon rainforest, certain species of mosquitoes are known to transmit diseases from monkeys to humans. Although the outbreak of yellow fever in South America likely originated from infected monkeys, the indigenous tribes of the Amazon have never reported cases of yellow fever. Therefore, it is plausible that these tribes possess some form of natural immunity to the virus.
Which of the following, if true, most seriously undermines this argument?
Which of the following, if true, most seriously undermines this argument?
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A) The mosquitoes that carry yellow fever can also transmit the virus directly between humans without any monkey involvement.
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B) The species of monkeys that are carriers of yellow fever are not found in the regions inhabited by the indigenous tribes.
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C) Yellow fever outbreaks in the Amazon have been linked to the introduction of infected monkeys from other regions.
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D) Indigenous tribes have developed traditional practices that minimize their contact with mosquitoes.
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E) The indigenous tribes have a diet rich in fruits that are known to boost the immune system.
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AnubhavJan 10, 2025
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