Erin is twelve years old. For three years, she has been asking her parents for a dog. Her parents have told her that they believe a dog would not be happy in an apartment, but they have given her permission to have a bird. Erin has not yet decided what kind of bird she would like to have.
Logical Reasoning
Verbal Reasoning
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AErin's parents like birds better than they like dogs.
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BErin does not like birds.
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CErin and her parents live in an apartment.
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DErin and her parents would like to move.
Answer
Correct Answer: Erin and her parents live in an apartment.
Explanation
Given data
- Erin is 12; has asked for a dog for 3 years.
- Parents said a dog would not be happy in an apartment.
- They allowed Erin to have a bird.
Concept/Approach
Infer only what is logically entailed: the living situation referenced is their own.
Step-by-step reasoningReason for denying dog = unsuitability of an apartment ⇒ They live in an apartment.No evidence about preference for birds over dogs (A) or Erin's feelings about birds (B) or intent to move (D).
Verification/Alternative
The parents' reasoning is explicitly tied to an apartment environment, indicating their current residence.
Common pitfalls
- Equating permission for a bird with preferring birds.
- Inferring future moving plans without mention.
Final AnswerErin and her parents live in an apartment.