Which one of the following is an assumption on which the argument depends?

a. Other aspects of the Milatians' lifestyle do not affect the observed trend of longevity in Milatia.

b. Adopting another people's eating habits will, in of itself, not confer the same advantages, unless a person incorporates exercise into his or her life.

c. The Milatian lifespan has a relatively uniform distribution, with very few dying young from natural causes.

d. Milatians are the only people in whom there is a perceived link between diet and longevity.

e. All Milatians are known to have lifespans that are above average.

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Campbell Kent

3 January, 16:59

Which one of the following is an assumption on which the argument depends?

a. Other aspects of the Milatians' lifestyle do not affect the observed trend of longevity in Milatia.

b. Adopting another people's eating habits will, in of itself, not confer the same advantages, unless a person incorporates exercise into his or her life.

c. The Milatian lifespan has a relatively uniform distribution, with very few dying young from natural causes.

d. Milatians are the only people in whom there is a perceived link between diet and longevity.

e. All Milatians are known to have lifespans that are above average.

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Myah Escobar · Answer 1

e. All Milatians are known to have lifespans that are above average.

Explanation:

Here's is an argumentative submission. The assumption in this piece is that all Milatian's have a trend of longevity. Other options that is, A to D are only trying to substantiate the assumption or provide reasons for it. For example, it is argued that the Milatians longevity is linked with their dieting.