Multiple choice

Directions: For this question, select the best of the answer choices given.

Advocates of a large-scale space-defense research project conclude that it will represent a net benefit to civilian business. They say that since government-sponsored research will have civilian applications, civilian businesses will reap the rewards of government-developed technology. Each of the following, if true, raises a consideration arguing against the conclusion above, EXCEPT:

  1. The development of cost-efficient manufacturing techniques is of the highest priority for civilian business and would be neglected if resources go to military projects, which do not emphasis cost efficiency.

  2. Scientific and engineering talent needed by civilian business will be absorbed by the large-scale project.

  3. Many civilian businesses will receive subcontracts to provide materials and products needed by the research project.

  4. If government research money is devoted to the space project, it will not be available for specifically targeted needs of civilian business, where it could be more efficiently used.

  5. The increase in taxes or government debt needed to finance the project will severely reduce the vitality of the civilian economy.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The question asks which does NOT argue against the conclusion. Options A, B, D, and E all raise concerns about the space-defense project (resource diversion, talent absorption, inefficient allocation, tax burden). Option C describes civilian businesses receiving subcontracts, which SUPPORTS the conclusion of net benefit rather than arguing against it.

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