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Directions: This question consists of a statement followed by arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a strong argument and which is a weak argument. Argument means a statement of reasons for or against a particular proposition (case)/opinion/viewpoint. Statement: Should the private ownership of weapons be banned? Arguments: I. Yes, strict laws should be enacted to ensure that the criminals' weapons are confiscated and banned. II. No, the banned weapons are required for self-defense and the banned weapons are needed to keep the criminals under control.
Both I and II follow
Only II follows
Only I follows
Neither I nor II follows
Both I and II follow
Analyze which argument directly addresses the effectiveness of the proposed action; avoid personal opinions or side issues.
Analyze which argument directly addresses the effectiveness of the proposed action; avoid personal opinions or side issues.
Analyze Argument I
Argument I is strong because it highlights a major limitation of interviewsтАФsubjectivityтАФand proposes an objective test as a viable solution to ensure fair, merit-based selection.
Analyze Argument II
Argument II is also strong because it defends the necessity of interviews. It correctly identifies that an objective test cannot assess non-academic traits like personality, communication skills, and critical thinking, which are vital for many job roles.
B: Incorrectly ignores the validity of the first argument regarding bias. C: Incorrectly ignores the validity of the second argument regarding personality assessment. D: Incorrect because both arguments provide valid, logical justifications for their respective sides.
A is correct because both arguments present valid, logical, and distinct points that are relevant to the effectiveness of the selection process.
In 'Statement and Arguments' questions, remember that an argument is 'strong' if it directly impacts the core issue, regardless of whether you personally agree with it. Always look for balance.