PrepTest 119

Incorrect. There's no discussion of Barr's repeat customers, nor of the Stables having repeat customers.

Correct. Argument or Facts:
Argument

Valid or Flawed:
Flawed

Question Type:
Methods of Reasoning

Stimulus Summary:
Pride accounts for the success of Austin Stables. Barr Motor Co has similar pride, so we will have similar success.

Answer Anticipation:
This argument relies on a common method of reasoning—showing two situations are similar in one way to conclude that they're similar in another. Austin Stables and Barr Motor Co. both have similar pride, and the Ad uses this to conclude that Barr will have similar success in making cars as Austin has had in training horses.

Let's look for an argument that states the Ad uses an analogy or comparison to reach its conclusion.

Answer Explanation:
This answer reflects the Ad's method of reasoning—it uses an analogy to the superior Austin Stables to argue that the Barr Motor Co. will also be superior to its competitors.

Key Takeaway:
Arguments by analogy are very common in Methods of Reasoning questions, so be on the lookout for them in this question type!

Incorrect. The Ad asserts that Barr has a long-standing tradition of pride, it doesn't prove it. Also, this answer completely ignores the portion of the argument about Austin Stables.

Incorrect. The Ad attributes the Stables' success to that pride, so it doesn't understate its role.

Incorrect. While the Ad does note that Barr's tradition of pride stretches back generations, there's no indication that Austin's doesn't.