For Which Argument Below Are the Premises Independent

question 141

Multiple Choice

For which argument below are the premises independent?

• A)Premises: The river's water level is falling.Fish require a high water level.Conclusion: The river's fish are endangered.
• B)Premises: It is not safe to smoke around an oxygen tank.Your friend is smoking near that oxygen tank.Conclusion: You should tell your friend to move away from the tank.
• C)Premises: The newspaper should cover all important stories.The election is an important story.Conclusion: The newspaper should cover the election.
• D)Premises: My mother says I have a nice smile.My father says I have a nice smile.Conclusion: I have a nice smile.
• E)Premises: Yoga is very relaxing.Relaxation would improve my heart health.Conclusion: Yoga would improve my heart health.

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Nonprofit Organization

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Economic Activities

Activities related to the making, distribution, and use of products and services throughout various levels of a community.