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An argument concludes that a city's new bike lane initiative will reduce traffic congestion based on anecdotal evidence from a few daily commuters. Which type of information would most strengthen this argument?

A Personal testimonials from local business owners.
B A study showing a statistically significant decrease in traffic volume on routes with bike lanes.
C Data on the number of new bikes sold in the city.
D Opinions from city planners about the general benefits of bike lanes.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

To strengthen a causal claim based on anecdotal evidence, robust statistical data demonstrating the direct impact of bike lanes on traffic congestion is most effective.

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