Throughout this test, write your answer on the form provided. Erasure marks may cause the grading machine to mark your answer wrong. INSTRUCTIONS: The following selections relate to distinguishing arguments from nonarguments and identifying conclusions. Select the best answer for each. We believe that our company must develop and produce outstanding products that will perform a great service or
fill a need for our customers. We believe that our business must be run at an adequate profit. We believe that the services and products we offer must be better than those offered by our competitors. We believe that our business must provide stability of employment and job security for all those who depend on our company for their livelihood. Robert D. Hay, et al, "Introduction to Social Responsibility"
A) Argument; conclusion: We believe that our company ... our customers.
B) Argument; conclusion: We believe that our business must be run ... profit.
C) Nonargument.
D) Argument; conclusion: We believe that our business must provide ... livelihood.
E) Argument; conclusion: We believe that the services ... our competitors.
C
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What will be an ideal response?
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