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CR · Critical Reasoning
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In the town of Willow Creek, a severe outbreak of a rare virus occurred in the spring of 2020. The residents took drastic measures to prevent the spread of the virus, resulting in a significant reduction in outside contact. After several months, it was reported that approximately 80% of the population had succumbed to the virus. However, about 20% of the residents survived, with many of them showing no symptoms at all. One notable survivor, John Smith, lost his wife and three children to the virus but remained healthy throughout the outbreak. Researchers later discovered that a large number of the survivors possessed a specific genetic mutation known as gamma 45.
Which of the following, if true, most undermines the implications made within the passage?
Which of the following, if true, most undermines the implications made within the passage?
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(A) Studies on mice have shown that the gamma 45 mutation does not prevent infection from the virus.
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(B) The gamma 45 mutation has been identified in individuals from various countries, including those in Asia and Africa.
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(C) Some scientists suggest that the gamma 45 mutation may also provide resistance against other viral infections.
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(D) During the early 2000s, it was commonly believed that herbal remedies could cure viral infections.
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(E) The virus that affected Willow Creek also spread to neighboring towns during the same period.
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MiaFeb 13, 2025
thank you for sharing
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