... sense, so this can be weakening argument.
To counter this ... weakening argument, I thought (B) can ... can fight back against possible weakening argument.
Probably I thought ...
In this weakening situation I heard JY say that answer choice D is a rare one that attacks the premise (5:04). Just wanted to know when is it ok or acceptable in a weakening situation to attack the premise.
What is your definition of "takes for granted" esp in weakening questions? Failure to appreciate/acknowledge, or accepting something fully as the truth?