Question
There has been a rise in opposition to laws that require
drivers and passengers to wear seat belts in a car. People have argued that in a free society, people have the right to take decisions regarding risks as long as they do not harm others. Thus, they conclude that it should be the decision of the individual whether or not to wear a seat belt.Which of the following, if true, weakens the conclusion? In the question given below, a passage is given followed by three statements which may or may not strengthen or weaken the argument conveyed by the passage. Select the correct combination of statements that strengthen/ weaken the argument as per the individual direction.Solution
 (c) is the right answer. In the premise, it has been argued that people should be allowed to take risks if they do not harm others. But, C establishes that someone’s decision of not wearing a seat belt will harm others as well (Car owners have to pay higher premiums).
A is irrelevant as it is unrelated to the conclusion.
B is incorrect. The statement is related to airplanes and not automobiles.
D is incorrect. It strengthens the conclusion.
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