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If an "Analyze an Argument" prompt asks you to discuss "what questions would need to be answered to evaluate the argument," what should your essay primarily focus on?

A Providing definitive answers to all potential questions raised by the argument.
B Identifying gaps in the argument's evidence and reasoning, and proposing specific information needed to assess its validity.
C Summarizing the argument's claims and stating whether they are true or false.
D Recommending alternative courses of action for the argument's proponent.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

This prompt specifically directs the writer to identify areas of uncertainty. The essay should pinpoint missing evidence, unexamined assumptions, or alternative explanations, and then articulate what information or clarification would be necessary to properly evaluate the argument's soundness.

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