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CR · Critical Reasoning
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Offshore natural gas extraction operations involve a significant risk of leaks, but transporting natural gas via pipelines currently poses an even higher risk per unit of gas. Therefore, to minimize the risk of leaks without reducing our consumption of natural gas, we should increase investments in offshore extraction and decrease our reliance on pipeline transportation.
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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Pipelines can be upgraded to significantly reduce the risk of leaks.
B
Leaks from pipelines have typically resulted in more severe environmental damage than those from offshore extraction.
C
The environmental effects of offshore extraction can be mitigated through effective regulation.
D
Offshore extraction often harms marine ecosystems, while pipelines infrequently cause such harm.
E
Transporting natural gas via pipelines is currently cheaper than extracting it offshore.
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NiharikaJan 12, 2025
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555-605
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CR