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CR · Critical Reasoning
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In the town of Maplewood, a severe outbreak of a rare virus occurred in the spring of 2020. The residents decided to isolate themselves to prevent the spread of the virus. After a year, when they reopened their town, it was found that 80% of the population had succumbed to the virus. Interestingly, 20% of the population survived, and many of these survivors exhibited a unique genetic mutation known as gamma 45. One notable survivor, John Smith, lost his entire family to the virus but remained unaffected himself. Researchers later discovered that a significant number of the descendants of the survivors from Maplewood carry the gamma 45 mutation.
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 provide immunity against the virus.
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(B) The gamma 45 mutation has been identified in individuals across various continents, including Asia and Africa.
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(C) Some scientists suggest that the gamma 45 mutation may also offer protection against other viral infections.
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(D) In the early 2000s, it was believed that herbal remedies could cure the virus.
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(E) The virus that affected Maplewood also spread to neighboring towns during the same period.
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MdJan 15, 2025
Great question!
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