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The argument above assumes that:
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A .  The perceived threat of nuclear catastrophe has increased over the years.
B .  Most people supported the development of nuclear arms
C .  People’s perception of the threat of nuclear catastrophe depends on the amount of nuclear-arms testing being done
D .  The people who saved the most money when nuclear-arms testing was limited were the ones who supported such limitations
E .  There are more consumer goods available when nuclear-arms testing increases
Answer: Option C
:
C
Option: (c)
On the basis of an observed correlation between arms testing and people’s tendency to save money, the argument concludes that there is a causal connection between a perception of threat and the tendency not to save. That connection cannot be made unless C, linking the perception of threat to the amount of testing being done, is assumed to be true. Therefore, C is the best answer. The conclusion does not depend on there having been an increase in the perceived threat over time or on how many people supported the development of nuclear arms. Hence, neither of A and B is assumed. The argument does not deal with those who supported arms limitations or with the availability of consumer goods. Thus, D and E are not assumed.

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