Question

     In a debate about climate change, one person argues

    that because there was a cold winter this year, global warming is a myth. Evaluate the argument and determine whether it is valid.
    A The argument is valid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The argument is invalid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The argument is partially valid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The argument is unrelated in climate change Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: A single cold winter does not disprove global warming, which is a long-term trend. The argument is invalid because it conflates short-term weather with long-term climate change.

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