"Proponents say X reduces crime. But in city Y, X was implemented and crime rose. Thus X does not reduce crime." The argument uses:

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A) A counterexample to challenge a general claim. The argument challenges the general claim (X reduces crime) by citing a specific counterexample (city Y). This is argument by counterexample.

"Proponents say X reduces crime. But in city Y, X was implemented and crime rose. Thus X does not reduce crime." The argument uses:

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

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