Critical Reasoning (CR) | In an experiment that lasted several weeks, volunteers were given

In an experiment that lasted several weeks, volunteers were given either an assortment of snacks or only corn chips between meals. Beforehand, most volunteers predicted that they would be more satisfied with an assortment of snacks rather than just one kind of snack. But afterward, those who received only corn chips reported greater satisfaction. The researchers concluded from this that people tend to mistakenly believe that they prefer variety to monotony in their diets.

Which of the following, if true, would most strengthen the researchers' reasoning?

A. Before the experiment, most volunteers said that corn chips were their favorite snack among those offered.
B. Other researchers have found that variety in diet is more satisfying than variety in other experiences.
C. The volunteers were not informed beforehand that those who did not receive an assortment of snacks would receive only corn chips.
D. The volunteers who received only corn chips were free to eat a wide
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Statistics : Posted by b_sudharsan • on 01 Jul 2023, 05:51 • Replies 15 • Views 13920

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