Which of the Following Is NOT True of Assumptions

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of assumptions?

• A) They are statements for which no proof or evidence is offered
• B) They can be explicitly stated in an argument
• C) They can be unstated or implied by an argument
• D) Assumptions provide strong support for premises
• E) All of the above are true of assumptions

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Definitions:

Congenital

A condition or trait present from birth, which can result from genetic factors or environmental influences during pregnancy.

Malformation

An abnormality in the formation, shape, or structure of a part of the body, often present from birth.

Preexisting

Already existing before a specified point in time or before an analysis, event, or assessment.

Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis where a small amount of amniotic fluid is sampled from the amniotic sac around a developing fetus.