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An argument states: 'A recent survey of 100 successful entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley revealed that 90% attribute their success to working 70+ hours per week. Therefore, our company should encourage all employees to work longer hours to achieve similar success.' What is the most significant flaw in this argument?

A It fails to define 'success' adequately.
B It assumes that working longer hours guarantees success for everyone.
C The sample of entrepreneurs may not be representative of the general employee population or other industries.
D It does not consider the ethical implications of requiring employees to work excessively long hours.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The argument generalizes findings from a specific, small, and potentially biased sample (successful Silicon Valley entrepreneurs) to a broader population (all employees), which is a classic sampling flaw.

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