Self-study
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Summarize Argument: Phenomenon-Hypothesis
The Anthropologist concludes that groups of early humans were likely motivated by the benefits of an agriculturist lifestyle when transitioning from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle. Why? Because the transition to agriculture from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle must have been traumatic due to increased incidence of disease, injury, and lack of a nutritious diet.
Identify Argument Part
The statement in the first sentence is a premise offered in support of the Anthropologist’s conclusion. It is also further supported by the next sentence, which provides some examples of traumatic events.
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a
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The statement is a premise used as support for the Anthropologist’s main conclusion and is also supported by the premise contained in the second sentence.
b
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The statement does play a logical role in the argument. It is a premise used to support the Anthropologist’s main conclusion.
c
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The statement is supported by other information in the stimulus.
d
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The statement is not the Anthropologist’s main conclusion.
e
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The statement is not a claim the Anthropologist is rebutting.