Carefully Read the Argument Below and Then Answer Questions About

question 18

Multiple Choice

Carefully read the argument below and then answer questions about it. You shouldn't smoke because it causes lung cancer and other serious diseases. Smoking also causes premature aging, is very expensive, and causes harm to others around you. It makes your clothes, car, and home smell bad. It might make you feel good, but it's not worth it. Which statement is NOT a premise?

• A) It might make you feel good
• B) Smoking makes your car, clothes, and home smell bad
• C) Smoking causes harm to others around you
• D) Smoking causes premature aging
• E) None of the above

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