We're tasked with identifying what type of question this is. First off, we know that it's some type of principle question because it asks us to pick something that would serve as a principle appealed to in the argument countering the critics' claim. This automatically narrows it down to (A) and (B), as theyr'e the only answer choices that are related to a principle. In looking at the question, we see that we're basically trying to pick a principle that closely aligns with the one that is used in the argument. This means we're tasked with finding something that must be true about the argument. We're not tasked with making the argument stronger, so (A) is out. This leaves us with (B), the correct answer.
Does this make sense? Let us know if you have any other questions!
nimakian801November 5, 2019
Yes that makes sense. So its principle (must be true) because its asking which answer choice, IF ESTABLISHED, would serve the purpose of the argument. Right?
