GMAT考试Testprep数学精解_GMAT数学

GMAT考试Testprep数学精解

　　The conclusion of the argument is valid if which one of the following is assumed?

　　 Even if exercise programs do not increase productivity， they will improve the American workers health.

　　 The productivity of all workers can be increased by exercise.

　　 Exercise is an essential factor in the Japanese workers superior productivity.

　　 American workers can adapt to the longer Japanese work week.

　　 American corporations dont have the funds to build elaborate exercise facilities.

　　The unstated essence of the argument is that exercise is an integral part of　productivity and that Japanese workers are more productive than American workers because they exercise more. The answer is 。

　　Counter-Premises

　　When presenting a position， you obviously dont want to argue against yourself. However， it is often effective to concede certain minor points that weaken your argument. This shows that you are open-minded and that your ideas are well considered. It also disarms potential arguments against your position For instance， in arguing for a strong， aggressive police department， you may concede that in the past the police have at times acted too aggressively.