ReasoningAbility.com

Statement-Argument - Beginner Level: weak arguments BEGINNER

Exam-focused quick revision round worksheet: 20 beginner-level statement-argument questions. Worksheet 3 of 30 targets weak arguments. Build proficiency in weak arguments, logical reasoning, argument strength with detailed solutions. Ideal for entry-level competitive exam preparation.

📝 Worksheet 3 of 30 • 20 questions • ⏱️ Estimated time: 20 minutes • 🎯 Beginner level

What you'll learn in this worksheet:
Your progress through Statement-Argument
Worksheet 3 of 30 (10% complete)

Question 1

Statement: Should companies allow employees to work from home permanently? Argument: No, because offices look more professional Is this argument strong or weak?
Weak - focuses on appearance rather than functionality
argument, strength, evaluation

Question 2

Claim: Regular exercise improves mental health Evidence: A celebrity's Instagram post about fitness benefits How would you rate the quality of this evidence?
Celebrity endorsement without scientific backing
argument, evidence, quality

Question 3

Original Argument: All doctors are educated. Some educated people are rich. Therefore, some doctors are rich. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: All A are B. Some B are C. Therefore, some A are C.. The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic

Question 4

Original Argument: Online learning is superior to classroom learning because it's more flexible and cost-effective Which counterargument most effectively challenges this position?
This addresses a fundamental educational need that online learning struggles to replicate
argument, counter, debate

Question 5

Claim: Regular exercise improves mental health Evidence: A 10-year study of 50,000 participants published in a medical journal How would you rate the quality of this evidence?
Large-scale, long-term, peer-reviewed research provides strong evidence
argument, evidence, quality

Question 6

Statement: Should companies allow employees to work from home permanently? Argument: No, it reduces team collaboration and company culture Is this argument strong or weak?
Strong - addresses legitimate business concerns
argument, strength, evaluation

Question 7

Argument: College education is no longer worth the cost because tuition has risen faster than inflation while starting salaries have stagnated. Which new evidence would MOST weaken this argument?
This weakens the argument by providing contradictory evidence or showing the claimed relationship doesn't hold.
argument, strengthen, weaken, evidence

Question 8

Statement: 'This traditional farming method has been used for centuries, so it must be effective' What logical fallacy does this argument contain?
This assumes something is good simply because it's been done for a long time
argument, fallacy, logic

Question 9

Statement: Should the city build more public parks? Argument: Yes, because parks are nice to look at Is this argument strong or weak?
Weak - aesthetic preference is not a substantial policy argument
argument, strength, evaluation

Question 10

Argument: School uniforms improve student discipline because they reduce clothing-related distractions and peer pressure. Which new evidence would MOST weaken this argument?
This weakens the argument by providing contradictory evidence or showing the claimed relationship doesn't hold.
argument, strengthen, weaken, evidence

Question 11

Claim: Regular exercise improves mental health Evidence: A celebrity's Instagram post about fitness benefits How would you rate the quality of this evidence?
Celebrity endorsement without scientific backing
argument, evidence, quality

Question 12

Original Argument: Either we increase taxes or cut services. We cannot increase taxes. Therefore, we must cut services. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: Either P or Q. Not P. Therefore, Q. (Disjunctive syllogism - valid). The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic

Question 13

Original Argument: All doctors are educated. Some educated people are rich. Therefore, some doctors are rich. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: All A are B. Some B are C. Therefore, some A are C.. The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic

Question 14

Original Argument: If the economy improves, unemployment will fall. Unemployment has fallen. Therefore, the economy has improved. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: If P then Q. Q is true. Therefore, P is true. (Affirming the consequent - fallacy). The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic

Question 15

Statement: Should companies allow employees to work from home permanently? Argument: Yes, it reduces commuting time and increases productivity Is this argument strong or weak?
Strong - cites specific measurable benefits
argument, strength, evaluation

Question 16

Analyze this argument: All successful entrepreneurs take calculated risks. Maria takes calculated risks. Therefore, Maria is a successful entrepreneur. What is the logical structure?
The logic is flawed: just because successful entrepreneurs take risks doesn't mean all risk-takers are successful entrepreneurs
argument, structure, validity

Question 17

Claim: Regular exercise improves mental health Evidence: A 10-year study of 50,000 participants published in a medical journal How would you rate the quality of this evidence?
Large-scale, long-term, peer-reviewed research provides strong evidence
argument, evidence, quality

Question 18

Analyze this argument: No birds are mammals. All bats are mammals. Therefore, no bats are birds. What is the logical structure?
This follows valid logical form with properly distributed terms
argument, structure, validity

Question 19

Claim: Regular exercise improves mental health Evidence: My friend feels better after going to the gym How would you rate the quality of this evidence?
Personal anecdote, not generalizable or scientifically valid
argument, evidence, quality

Question 20

Original Argument: All doctors are educated. Some educated people are rich. Therefore, some doctors are rich. Which argument has the SAME logical structure as the original?
The original argument has the structure: All A are B. Some B are C. Therefore, some A are C.. The correct parallel follows this exact logical pattern, while distractors use different reasoning patterns (quantifier differences, different logical forms, or valid/invalid variations).
argument, parallel, structure, logic
Previous Worksheet Next Worksheet