An argument concludes that a city's residents strongly prefer public transportation over private cars, based on a survey conducted only among commuters arriving at the central bus station. What is the most significant flaw in this evidence?

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C) The survey participants are a self-selected group, likely already favoring public transport.. This scenario represents sampling bias. Surveying only bus commuters skews the results, as this group is already predisposed to using public transportation, thus not representing all city residents.

An argument concludes that a city's residents strongly prefer public transportation over private cars, based on a survey conducted only among commuters arriving at the central bus station. What is the most significant flaw in this evidence?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

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